Immigrant Visa Categories: Your Path to Permanent Residency

At DearsonLevi, we specialize in guiding individuals and businesses through the complex process of obtaining employment-based permanent residency in the United States. Our experienced team provides comprehensive support for various immigrant visa categories, ensuring a smooth journey towards your green card.

Employment-Based Immigrant Visa Categories

EB-1: Priority Workers

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• EB-1A: Individuals with extraordinary ability

• EB-1B: Outstanding professors and researchers

• EB-1C: Multinational executives and managers
   

No labor certification required for these categories.

EB-2: Advanced Degree Professionals and Exceptional Ability

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• Professionals holding advanced degrees

• Individuals with exceptional ability in sciences, arts, or business

• National Interest Waiver (NIW) for those whose work is in the national interest

• Labor certification typically required, except for NIW.

EB-3: Skilled Workers, Professionals, and Other Workers

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• Skilled workers (minimum 2 years training/experience)

• Professionals (bachelor's degree required)

• Other workers (less than 2 years training/experience)

• Labor certification required.

The Green Card Process

1. Labor Certification (PERM): Required for most EB-2 and EB-3 categories
2. Immigrant Petition: Filing Form I-140 with USCIS
3. Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing: Final step to obtain permanent residency

Labor Certification (PERM)
 

• Demonstrates no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position

• Involves job posting and recruitment process

• Can take several months to complete

Immigrant Petition

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• Establishes that the foreign national meets the requirements for the visa category

• Requires detailed documentation of qualifications and job offer

Adjustment of Status

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• For applicants already in the U.S.

• Involves the filing Form I-485

• May include work and travel authorization

Our Comprehensive Services

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• Strategic planning for the most suitable visa category

• Preparation and filing of all necessary forms and documents

• Guidance through the labor certification process

• Assistance with responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs)

• Representation in adjustment of status proceedings

• Advice on maintaining status throughout the process

At DearsonLevi, we understand the importance of your immigration journey. Our experienced team is committed to providing personalized, efficient, and effective representation to help you achieve your permanent residency goals.