The Employment-Based (EB) immigrant visa categories offer structured pathways to U.S. permanent residency for professionals, executives, skilled workers, and investors.
Receipt of significant prizes or awards for excellence in your field.
Membership in associations that require outstanding achievements judged by recognized experts.
Published material about you in major media outlets, professional publications, or widely recognized platforms.
Participation as a judge of the work of peers — individually or as part of a panel.
Documented evidence of original work that has significantly impacted your field (scientific, artistic, athletic, or business).
Authorship of scholarly articles or professional publications in major journals or media.
Display of your work at artistic exhibitions, showcases, or notable events (if applicable to your field).
Performance in a leading or critical role for distinguished organizations or reputable companies.
Evidence that you command a high salary or significantly higher compensation compared to others in your field.
Documented commercial success in the performing arts, such as box office revenue, sales records, or chart rankings.
For skilled workers, professionals with bachelor’s degrees, and certain other workers.
Requires employer sponsorship and labor certification.
Covers specific categories such as religious workers and other designated classifications.
Many high-performing professionals qualify without realizing it.