The EB-1 visa — a US Green Card for talent, researchers, and executives
The first-preference immigration category. A direct path to a Green Card with no labor certification and no quotas. Three subcategories — EB-1A, EB-1B, and EB-1C.
95% approval rate
Across our EB-1 cases since 2023. Every petition is prepared by a licensed US attorney.
Money-back guarantee in the contract
Your visa petition gets approved or you get your money back. The terms are written into the contract before work begins.
No quotas, no waitlists
First preference in the USCIS system — no backlog like EB-2 / EB-3. Premium Processing — a decision in 15 days.
A Green Card for the whole family
Your spouse and children under 21 receive Green Cards together with you — one process, one case.
EB-1 — the first-preference immigration category
EB-1 is the first-preference immigration category in the USCIS system. Unlike most work visas, EB-1 requires no labor certification (PERM) and has no per-country backlog. It is a direct path to a Green Card for those who have earned recognition in science, IT, the arts, sports, or business — or who hold an executive position at a multinational company. The category is split into three subcategories — EB-1A, EB-1B, and EB-1C.
Extraordinary ability
For professionals with recognized achievements: publications, patents, awards, expertise. No employer required — you file the petition on your own (self-petition).
Professors and researchers
For researchers with at least 3 years of experience in academia or research. Requires a US employer — a university, research institute, or major R&D company.
Managers and executives
For senior managers of multinational companies with a US office. At least 1 year in a managerial role outside the US within the last 3 years. An intracompany transfer.
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Check if I qualify3 criteria out of 10 are enough for EB-1A approval
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Awards and prizes
National or international awards for professional achievement. It does not have to be a Nobel Prize — industry awards, hackathon wins, and professional competitions count too. We select the right events individually, based on your field.
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Membership in associations
Membership in organizations that require outstanding achievements to join. IEEE, ACM, professional medical and scientific societies. Migrator keeps a vetted list of organizations recognized by USCIS.
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Press coverage about you
Articles about you or your work in professional or major media outlets. Interviews, project reviews, mentions in industry media. What matters is recognition within your industry.
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Judging and expert review
Serving on competition juries, peer-reviewing academic papers, evaluating grant applications, assessing startups. Evidence that your industry recognizes you as an expert.
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Original contributions to your field
Patents, proprietary methodologies, open-source projects, scientific discoveries — anything that has influenced your field. Backed by recommendation letters from experts.
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Authorship of scholarly publications
Articles in peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, conference talks. Your citation index and the caliber of the journals matter — Q1, Scopus, Web of Science.
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Work for leading organizations
A key role at companies with a distinguished reputation. Leadership positions, senior managers, lead researchers at renowned institutes and R&D centers.
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High income
A salary or fees significantly above the industry average in your region. Documented with contracts, bank statements, and tax returns. The comparison is against professionals at your level.
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Leading role in productions and shows
For artists and athletes — a leading role in films, stage productions, exhibitions, and shows. Backed by contracts, playbills, and media mentions.
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Commercial success in the arts
Box-office receipts, print runs, sales, ratings. Applies to performers, directors, and musicians — a measurable commercial result of your creative work.
Not sure you qualify for EB-1?
An attorney will review your profile against the USCIS criteria — for free. You will learn which subcategory fits (EB-1A, EB-1B, or EB-1C) and how long preparation will take.
How to get a US visa in 7 steps — no chaos, no hunting down a dozen specialists
Free visa assessment
You fill out a questionnaire, and our specialists analyze your case in detail to assess your real chances of approval. At this stage you already see which path is the most promising for you. We then contact you to schedule an online meeting at a time that suits you.
Take the first step — get a free expert consultation and an eligibility checklist
Get startedThe average time to get an EB-1 Green Card is 9-21 months. USCIS processing — 6-12 months standard, 15 days with Premium Processing.
| Stage | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Case assessment and contract | 1-3 days |
| Building the evidence portfolio | 1-3 months |
| Preparing the I-140 petition | 2-4 weeks |
| USCIS processing | 6-12 months / 15 days (Premium) |
| Adjustment of status / consular processing | 2-6 months |
The longest stage is building the evidence portfolio. How fast it goes depends on how quickly you provide documents, recommendation letters, and proof of your achievements.
Migrator runs 3 rounds of document review by specialists at different levels — the final word and the filing always belong to a licensed US attorney.
95% approval rate for our attorneys — with a money-back guarantee in the contract
Every EB-1 case is handled by a licensed US attorney. The company takes on the financial risk — it is written into the contract.
* The 95% approval rate is an approximate figure based on approved cases across different time periods and visa categories.
Licensed US attorneys
Every EB-1 case is handled by a licensed US attorney or accredited representative specializing in immigration law. Hundreds of approved first-preference petitions.
Money-back guarantee in the contract
Approval or a full refund — every term is written into the contract. Migrator takes on the financial risk — this is not a marketing gimmick.
Fixed price · $20,000
The price is set before the contract is signed. RFE responses, additional consultations, case adjustments — all included. Government fees are not included.
Available 24/7
In your personal chat: department head, supervisor, paralegal, case manager, and an AI bot. Weekly progress updates.
Three rounds of document review
The coordinator checks completeness, the attorney checks legal strength, the senior partner checks case strategy. Your petition passes three filters before it reaches USCIS.
Support after approval
We help with adjustment of status and consular processing and coach you for the interview. We stay in touch even after you receive your Green Card.
Start your EB-1 journey today — later it only gets harder and more expensive
Requirements keep tightening
US immigration policy is changing. Criteria that pass today may not be enough a year from now. Cases approved in 2024 already require a stronger evidence portfolio in 2026.
Processing times are growing
Standard I-140 petition processing keeps getting longer. What used to take 6 months can now take 12. The sooner you file, the sooner you get a result.
Achievements lose relevance
A 2022 publication carries more weight than the same publication in 2028. A three-year-old award is more convincing than a ten-year-old one. The fresher your achievements, the stronger your EB-1 case.
The window for your family is closing
Children adapt more easily at 5 than at 12. It is easier for a spouse to restart a career at 35 than at 45. Every year of waiting is a year your family could have spent in the US.
Submit a request and get a free visa assessment
Fill out the form — a licensed attorney will contact you within 15 minutes with a free assessment of your case.
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