Since 1990, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has instituted two distinctive pathways towards attaining Permanent Residency within the United States, both offering waivers from traditional sponsorship requirements:
- Extraordinary Ability Visa (EB1): Tailored for individuals possessing exceptional talents, the EB1 program provides an avenue for those with remarkable expertise and accomplishments to secure Permanent Residency.
- National Interest Waiver (EB2 NIW): Catering to highly educated professionals holding advanced degrees, the EB2 NIW program facilitates Permanent Residency without the necessity of employer sponsorship, based on the individual's potential to significantly benefit the nation.
These initiatives enable individuals with extraordinary abilities and advanced qualifications, alongside their immediate family members, to establish a permanent foundation in the US and engage in gainful employment under the status of Permanent Resident.
