There are two main groups of visas for those who wish to legally live in the United States, a permanent visa, and a temporary visa. A permanent visa, popularly known as green card, allows you to live in the U.S. permanently. A temporary visa only allows you to legally live in the U.S. for a limited amount of time.

Both groups have similar visa categories, but for different goals. For the permanent visa group, the main categories are Employment-based, which is based on professional abilities and financial investment into the U.S. economy, and Family-based, through which a U.S. citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident (green card holder) may petition for certain non-citizen relatives to immigrate to the United States. For the temporary visa group, the main categories are Employment-based, and family-based. Whether you wish to live permanently or temporarily in the U.S., each category has several requirements set forth by the U.S. Government in order for the individual to qualify for the visa. It’s important to work with an experienced professional to assess your possibilities.  

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EB-2 is an Employment-based Green Card granted to professionals with either an Advanced Degree or Exceptional Ability.

According to United States Citizenship and Immigration services, in order to fit into the sub-category Advanced Degree, the applicant must possess a baccalaureate or foreign equivalent degree plus 5 years of post-baccalaureate, progressive work experience in the field. As to the sub-category Exceptional Ability, the applicant must be able to show exceptional ability in the sciences, arts, or business. For this purpose, the applicant must meet at least three of the criteria shown below:

• Official academic record showing that you have a degree, diploma, certificate, or similar award from a college, university, school, or other institution of learning relating to your area of exceptional ability.
• Letters from current or former employers documenting at least 10 years of full-time experience in your occupation.
• A license to practice your profession or certification for your profession or occupation.
• Evidence that you have commanded a salary or other remuneration for services that demonstrates your exceptional ability.
• Membership in a professional association(s).
• Recognition for your achievements and significant contributions to your industry or field by your peers, government entities, professional or business organizations.
• Other comparable evidence of eligibility is also acceptable.

In addition to these criteria, both categories require that the applicant meet any requirements on the labor certification, unless the applicant petitions for a National Interest Waiver, which waives the job offer requirement.

If you case is approved and you are married and/or have an unmarried child under the age of 21, they may be eligible to apply for admission to the United States.

It’s important to consult with an experienced professional to assess your possibilities. Cortes Immigration Law Firm welcomes you for a free consultation to assess your eligibility. Our knowledgeable team is ready to work relentlessly for you to reach your immigration goals.

Source: https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers/employment-based-immigration-first-preference-eb-1

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EB-3 is an Employment-based Green Card granted to skilled workers, professionals, or other workers.

To understand a little bit more about this visa, we need to understand the scope of each sub-category. A skilled worker is someone whose job requires a minimum of 2 years of training or experience. A professional, on the other hand, is someone whose job requires at least a U.S. baccalaureate or foreign equivalent degree and is a member of the profession. Other workers are people who perform unskilled work requiring less than 2 years of training or experience. 

Regardless of the sub-category of visa EB-3, a labor certification and a permanent, full-time job offer are required. In addition, there must be a shortage of qualified workers in the U.S. to perform the job.

If you case is approved and you are married and/or have an unmarried child under the age of 21, they may be eligible to apply for admission to the United States.

It’s important to consult with an experienced professional to assess your possibilities. Cortes Immigration Law Firm welcomes you for a free consultation to assess your eligibility. Our knowledgeable team is ready to work relentlessly for you to reach your immigration goals.

Source: https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers/employment-based-immigration-first-preference-eb-1

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