What is an EB1 Visa?

The EB-1 visas, also known as the “priority worker” visa, is the first preference category for employment-based immigrant visas in the United States. It is designed for foreign nationals who are outstanding in their field and seek to live and work permanently in the U.S. This visa category is highly sought after due to its preference in processing and the fact that, in some subcategories, a job offer is not required.

There are three subcategories under the EB-1 visa:

EB-1A: Alien of Extraordinary Ability
This category is for individuals with demonstrated extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics. Applicants must have sustained national or international acclaim in their field. A specific job offer is not required for this category, allowing individuals to self-petition. They need to provide extensive documentation of their achievements, such as awards, publications, and significant contributions to their field.
This category is for individuals with international recognition for their outstanding achievements in a specific academic field. Applicants must have at least three years of experience in teaching or research in that field and must be coming to the U.S. to pursue a tenure-track or comparable research position at a university or private employer. A job offer from a U.S. employer is required, and the employer must file the petition.
This category is for executives and managers who have been employed for at least one of the three preceding years by an affiliate, parent, subsidiary, or branch of the U.S. employer in a managerial or executive capacity. The applicant must be coming to the U.S. to continue working in a managerial or executive capacity for the same company or a related entity. A job offer from the U.S. employer is required, and the employer must have been doing business for at least one year.

EB-1 Expert Opinion Letter

An EB-1 Expert Opinion Letter is a document written by a recognized expert in a specific field, providing an objective evaluation of an individual’s qualifications and achievements for an EB-1 visa application.

Purpose

  • To demonstrate the individual's exceptional abilities or achievements
  • To support their eligibility for permanent residence in the US

Content

– Expert’s credentials and qualifications

– Evaluation of the individual’s work and achievements

– Opinion on the individual’s contributions to their field

Documents required for EB-1 expert opinion letter

  • All education credentials in PDF format.
  • Latest resume and Work experience letters if handy
  • Letters of Recommendation: High-Caliber testimonials from peers, industry leaders, or other recognized experts, attesting to the applicant’s extraordinary abilities. Media Coverage: Articles or press releases highlighting the applicant’s achievements and impact in their field.
  • Professional Achievements: Documentation of ground-breaking work, patents, or leading roles in prestigious organizations.
  • Evidence of Extraordinary Ability: Awards, recognitions, publications, and other proofs of the applicant’s outstanding contributions to their field.
  • RFE Copy (if received from USCIS).
  • Self-petition letter describing the proposed endeavour in the United States and which of at least three evidentiary criteria the candidate fulfils.
  • Any pertinent exhibits that support the claims of the above letter detailing the candidate’s Extraordinary Ability.
  • And any other documents being submitted to the USCIS or has been submitted in case of an RFE.

Additional Requirements

The EB-1 Expert Opinion Letter helps establish the individual’s qualifications and supports their visa application.
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