Permanent Residency Through Employment

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

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

Even highly accomplished applicants require experienced legal guidance for successful filing.

What is the EB-1(b) Visa?

The EB-1(b) immigrant visa allows outstanding professors and researchers to permanently live and work in the United States.

It is classified as an employment-based first preference immigrant visa.

No labor certification is required.

EB-1(b) Requirements

To qualify for an EB-1(b) visa, you must be:

• An outstanding professor or researcher
• Offered a permanent or tenure-track position in the United States
• Recognized internationally for academic achievements

The sponsoring employer must also demonstrate:

• Documented accomplishments of the applicant
• Ability to employ at least 3 full-time researchers
• Financial ability to pay the offered wage

Do I Need a Job Offer?

Yes. An EB-1(b) visa requires a job offer from a U.S. employer.

The employer must also provide evidence of its ability to support the position financially.

No labor certification is required.

How to Prove Outstanding Ability

To qualify, you must meet at least 2 of the following criteria:

• Major award or recognition for outstanding achievement
• Membership in associations requiring outstanding achievement
• Published material about your academic work or research
• Participation as a judge of others’ academic work
• Original research contributions in your field
• Published scholarly work with international recognition

How to Apply for EB-1(b)

The sponsoring employer must file:

• Form I-140, Petition for Alien Worker

The employer must also provide financial evidence such as:

• Annual reports
• Federal tax returns
• Audited financial statements

Family of EB-1(b) Visa Holders

If approved, your spouse and unmarried children under 21 may be eligible for derivative immigrant status to accompany you in the United States.

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 options.

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 employers.

We represent academics, researchers, employers, entrepreneurs, artists, and professionals seeking U.S. immigration solutions.

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