EB-1A Extraordinary Ability Employment Visa

EB-1A Extraordinary Ability Employment Visa | Lawyer in Baltimore

Permanent Residency Through Employment

Our firm regularly prepares and submits applications for the EB-1(a) immigrant visa on behalf of qualified clients.

USCIS does not automatically approve these petitions, so proper preparation and strong supporting documentation is essential.

Even for highly accomplished individuals, experienced legal guidance is often required.

What is the EB-1(a) Visa?

The EB-1(a) immigrant visa allows individuals with extraordinary ability to live and work permanently in the United States.

It is an employment-based first preference immigrant visa category.

No labor certification is required.

EB-1(a) Requirements

To qualify for an EB-1(a) visa, you must demonstrate extraordinary ability in at least one of the following fields:

  • Science
  • Arts
  • Education
  • Business
  • Athletics

You must also show sustained national or international acclaim.

Do I Need a Job Offer?

No. The EB-1(a) visa does not require a job offer in the United States.

No labor certification is required for this category.

How to Prove Extraordinary Ability

You must provide evidence that you meet at least 3 of the 10 criteria below, or show a major one-time achievement such as:

  • Nobel Prize
  • Pulitzer Prize
  • Oscar Award
  • Olympic Medal

Other qualifying evidence includes:

  • National or international awards
  • Membership in exclusive professional associations
  • Published material about you in major media
  • Judging the work of others
  • Original contributions of major significance
  • Authorship of scholarly articles
  • Artistic exhibitions or showcases
  • Leading or critical role in organizations
  • High salary compared to others in the field
  • Commercial success in performing arts

How to Apply for EB-1(a)

To apply for an EB-1(a) visa, you must file:

  • Form I-140, Petition for Alien Worker
  • Supporting documentation proving extraordinary ability

Family of EB-1(a) Visa Holders

If approved, your spouse and unmarried children under 21 may also be eligible to apply for admission to the United States under derivative classifications.

Total Dedication

Regardless of your immigration concern, you can rely on our experience and dedication.

Our immigration law firm assists with permanent residency, citizenship, marriage-based adjustment, work visas, deportation defense, asylum, and other immigration matters.

We also assist employers and professionals with EB-1, L visas, EB-2 National Interest Waiver cases, and other employment-based immigration categories.

Please contact us so we may determine your best available option.

About Our Firm

The Law Office of Miguel Serrano is a boutique immigration law firm providing dedicated legal services to individuals and businesses.

We represent employers, entrepreneurs, academics, scientists, artists, and athletes seeking immigration solutions in the United States.

Our firm handles EB-1, L visas, EB-2 startup cases, and other business immigration matters.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The EB-1(a) visa is used for individuals with extraordinary ability who want to live and work permanently in the United States.

No. A job offer is not required for EB-1(a) classification.

Science, arts, education, business, and athletics.

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