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EB-1B Visa — Outstanding Professors and Researchers
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1Question 1 of 4 — Are you internationally recognized as a professor or researcher?
2Question 2 of 4 — Do you have three years of teaching or research experience?
3Question 3 of 4 — Do you have a permanent job offer from a U.S. university or research employer?
4Question 4 of 4 — Can you meet two of six EB-1B eligibility criteria?

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Typical timeline

12 months

Indicative end-to-end processing; varies by case.

Job offer

Requirement

Required

A qualifying offer is needed for this route.

Occupation lists

Eligible occupations(3/3)

  • 1Eligible positions(3)
    University or college professors with proven international recognitionResearchers employed by accredited U.S. universities or institutionsPrivate-sector researchers with notable scientific achievements

Program overview

Overview

The EB-1B (Outstanding Professors and Researchers) visa offers a direct path to a U.S. Green Card for internationally recognized academics and researchers with proven excellence in their field and a permanent job offer from a U.S. institution.

Official

Government fees

Total (USD): $2,155
  • USCIS — Form I-140 (EB-1B)

    —

    $715
  • Form I-485 / DS-260 stage

    —

    $1,440

Eligibility

  • International recognition for outstanding research or teaching
  • Minimum three years of relevant academic or research experience
  • Permanent job offer from a U.S. university or qualified research institution
  • Meet at least two of six USCIS EB-1B criteria

Key benefits

  • Direct path to U.S. Green Card
  • No labor certification required
  • Faster processing under EB-1 category
  • Eligible dependents can apply for Green Cards
Checklist

Document checklist

14 total items

Documents vary by profile; we’ll tailor your list.

Identity & Civil
2 items
  • Valid passport
  • Birth certificate
Professional Evidence
3 items
  • Letters confirming at least three years of research or teaching experience
  • Employer’s permanent job offer letter
  • Employment verification from prior institutions
Evidence of Outstanding Achievement
6 items
  • Awards or prizes for academic excellence
  • Membership in professional associations requiring outstanding achievements
  • Published material about the applicant’s research work
  • Evidence of judging the work of others in the field
  • Original scientific or scholarly contributions of major significance
  • Authorship of scholarly books or research articles in international journals
Supporting & Miscellaneous
3 items
  • Recommendation letters from independent experts
  • Curriculum vitae and publication list
  • Institutional credentials of current or future U.S. employer
Snapshot

Eligible dependents

2 of 4 categories included

2 of 4 categories eligible. Children up to 21. Spouse included. Siblings not included.

IncludedNot included
Spouse
Included
Yes
Children
Up to 21 years21
Yes
Parents
Not included
No
Siblings
Not included
No

Application process

Process

How it works

  1. Step 1: Eligibility Check

    Verify academic achievements and research credentials.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  2. Step 2: Gather Documents

    Prepare evidence of recognition, publications, and employer support.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  3. Step 3: Employer Petition

    U.S. employer files Form I-140 with USCIS.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  4. Step 4: Green Card Process

    File I-485 or DS-260 for status adjustment or consular processing.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  5. Step 5: Approval

    Receive your U.S. Green Card after USCIS approval.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

Who this program is NOT for

  • Insufficient experience or recognition
  • Unqualified employer or non-permanent job offer

Not a match? Explore other programs in United States.

Frequently asked questions

A U.S. Green Card route for professors and researchers recognized internationally for outstanding work.

Yes. A job offer from a qualified U.S. university or research organization is required.

Usually 6–12 months, depending on USCIS workload and premium processing.

Yes. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 are eligible for derivative Green Cards.

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