EB-2 National Interest Waiver
Self-petition green card when your work benefits the U.S.
Green Card (Permanent Residence)
Overview
The National Interest Waiver lets EB-2 applicants waive the job-offer and labor-certification requirements when their proposed endeavor has substantial merit and national importance, they are well positioned to advance it, and it benefits the United States to waive the usual requirements.
Who it's for
- Advanced-degree professionals advancing important work
- Entrepreneurs and researchers without an employer sponsor
- Individuals of exceptional ability with a U.S. national-interest endeavor
Key points
Three-prong test
Merit & importance, well-positioned to advance, and benefit of waiving the job offer.
Self-petition
File Form I-140 on your own behalf.
Evidence
Strong documentation of your endeavor and your track record is essential.
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