Overview
EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability) is the first-preference employment-based immigrant category for individuals with extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business or athletics. You must show sustained national or international acclaim, meet at least three of ten regulatory criteria, and pass the final merits determination. No employer sponsorship or PERM labor certification is required — you may self-petition via Form I-140, with Premium Processing available (15 calendar days).
Eligibility Requirements
- Receipt of nationally or internationally recognized prizes or awards
- Membership in associations requiring outstanding achievement
- Published material about you in professional or major media
- Participation as a judge of the work of others (peer review, competitions, panels)
- Original contributions of major significance to the field
- Authorship of scholarly articles in professional or major media
- Display of your work at artistic exhibitions or showcases
- A leading or critical role for distinguished organizations
- A high salary significantly above others in the field
- Commercial success in the performing arts (box office, record sales)
Program Advantages
- Self-petition allowed — no employer sponsorship needed
- No PERM labor certification, making the overall process shorter
- First preference category with shorter waits than EB-2/EB-3
- Premium Processing available: I-140 result within 15 calendar days
- Spouse and unmarried children under 21 obtain green cards simultaneously
Application Process
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1
Free Assessment & Engagement
Our attorneys assess your background and evidence strength to define strategy.
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Documentation & Petition Drafting
We gather evidence, draft the petition letter and advise on profile strengthening.
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3
File Form I-140
We file with USCIS; Premium Processing optional.
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Priority Date & Adjustment
Once current, we handle I-485 adjustment or consular processing.
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5
Interview, Approval & Entry
One-on-one interview coaching; post-approval entry and card delivery support.
Fees
| Legal Service Fees Starting at $5,000 Final fees are subject to attorney evaluation and case complexity. | $5000 |
| Form I-140 Filing Fee (Gov.) | $715 |
| Premium Processing Fee (Gov.) Optional Result within 15 calendar days | $2,805 |
| Immigrant Visa Fee DS-260 (Gov.) Per person | $345 |
| USCIS Immigrant Fee (Gov.) Per person | $235 |
| Asylum Fee (Employer / Self-Petition) | 300美元 – 600美元 |
| Consular Green Card (DS-260 + issuance support) | 2965美元 |
Typical fee structure shown; government fees follow official current rates.