Massachusetts Extraordinary Ability EB1 EB2 EB3 US Visa Lawyer

Employment of foreign individuals in the United States must be accompanied by the proper visas and documentation. Our lawyers at Murray & Toomey, LLP represent clients in employment immigration matters. We have extensive knowledge of the many different types of employment visas, including the specific extraordinary ability visa types listed below. Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation with an immigration attorney at our Boston office.

EB1 and EB2 Immigrant Visas

The EB1 and EB2 visas are a classification of immigrant visas that are used by researchers and professors who are internationally recognized as displaying extraordinary ability and outstanding qualifications in their field. Outstanding Researcher applicants must have at least three years of experience in research and/or teaching in their field.

Certain types of evidence must support the application for an EB1 or EB2 immigrant visa. This evidence must show that the researcher or professor is internationally recognized and can include:

• Proof of major prizes or awards bestowed upon the individual for outstanding achievement
• The individual's membership (based on outstanding achievements) in professional associations within his or her given academic field
• Published articles or other material in professional publications that has been written by other individuals about the person's work within his or her academic field

EB2 immigrant visas also are classified as National Interest Waivers.

EB3 Visas

An employment-based green card, the EB3 visa is for professionals who hold a U.S. baccalaureate degree or foreign equivalent degree that is normally required for the profession. This includes architects, engineers, lawyers, physicians, surgeons, and teachers in elementary or secondary schools, colleges, academies, or seminaries.

EB3 is also for a skilled worker who, at the time of the petition, is capable of performing in a specific employment-related capacity, involving at least two years training or experience. Also required is the absence of qualified workers available to perform this same job in the U.S. The work that the worker is completing must not be of a temporary or seasonal nature.

Contact an extraordinary ability immigrant visa lawyer, at Murray & Toomey, LLP, to schedule a free initial consultation. If you require a translator and cannot bring one to the interview, our firm can arrange for someone to assist you.