EB2-NIW Advantages
The National Interest Waiver offers unique benefits for qualified professionals seeking U.S. permanent residency.
Self-Petition Allowed
Lower Bar Than EB1A
No Job Offer Needed
No Labor Certification
No employer sponsorship required - petition for yourself
Apply without a specific job offer from a U.S. employer
Skip the lengthy PERM labor certification process
More accessible requirements compared to EB-1A extraordinary ability
The Three-Prong Test for EB2-NIW
You must satisfy all three prongs to qualify for the National Interest Waiver.
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Substantial Merit and National Importance
Your proposed endeavor must have both substantial merit and national importance to the United States.
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Business, entrepreneurial, science, technology, culture, health, or education
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Potential to create jobs or improve economic conditions
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Advancement of U.S. competitiveness or national security
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Well Positioned to Advance the Endeavor
You must be well positioned to advance your proposed endeavor based on your background.
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Education, skills, knowledge, and record of success
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Relevant experience and achievements in your field
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Access to resources, funding, or strategic partnerships
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Beneficial to Waive Job Offer Requirement
It must be beneficial to the United States to waive the job offer and labor certification requirements.
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Urgency or time-sensitive nature of your work
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Difficulty in obtaining labor certification
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National interest in your immediate contribution
How Jinee Maximizes Your EB2-NIW Success
Self-petition for permanent residency if your work benefits the United States. Perfect for advanced degree holders and exceptional ability professionals.