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Postdoctoral researcher trying to decide EB2-NIW or EB1A.
Published Jul 1,2014 By GCforPhDQuestion: I am a post-doctoral research associate at University of Washington, Seattle. I have a few questions regarding the green card applications. 1) Do I qualify for a EB1-A application. I am attaching my resume in this email. If I qualify, how long would it take. 2) If I apply under NIW, … Continue reading Postdoctoral researcher trying to decide EB2-NIW or EB1A.
Posted inDo I need a waiver to apply for EB2 NIW I-140?
Published Jun 29,2014 By GCforPhDQuestion: I read with interest your online book but my situation was not addressed. I have a J1 visa with a two years home restriction. I know I must have a waiver from my home government to apply for change of status. Do I require the waiver to apply for the EB2? … Continue reading Do I need a waiver to apply for EB2 NIW I-140?
Posted inF1 applying for greencard under EB2 NIW
Published Apr 16,2013 By GCforPhDQuestion: I am interested in applying for green card under NIW EB2 category. I recently defended my PhD and I have applied for an OPT, it will be valid from May 2012. Currently I am on F1 working as a research assistant. These days I am searching for postdoc opportunities. I went through the GreenCardForPhd … Continue reading F1 applying for greencard under EB2 NIW
Posted inNIW: Do I need recommendation letters from my manager?
Published Mar 31,2013 By GCforPhDQuestion: I am a PhD and working as a software engineer. Could you please tell me how I can formulate my documents for NIW application? Do I need recommendation letters from my manager? Answer: You will need several recommendation letters supporting your claims of eligibility to the national interest category. Our example petitions can provide … Continue reading NIW: Do I need recommendation letters from my manager?
Posted inIs one example petition packet sufficient to prepare a petition
Published Jan 31,2013 By GCforPhDQuestion: I finished my PhD in Biomedical science recently and am looking for a way to apply for Green card. I came across your website and agree that self-petition is a good method for PhD holders as we know our field the best compared to a lawyer. How can I purchase your material? And how … Continue reading Is one example petition packet sufficient to prepare a petition
Posted inWork in USA without any sponsorship and Green card processing time in EB2 category
Published Jan 31,2013 By GCforPhDQuestion: While looking for options to apply for green card, I came across your website. It sounds very interesting and helpful. Well, although I do not intend to settle in US but because of funding issues and short term visa extensions, I want to apply for green card. Do you know for how long once … Continue reading Work in USA without any sponsorship and Green card processing time in EB2 category
Posted inPacket for EB2-NIW Entrepreneurs
Published Jan 31,2013 By GCforPhDQuestion: Would your package be useful for NIW EB2 Entrepreneur or you guys are working on an update to include this new amendment. Answer: Our packets are not specifically designed for EB2_NIW Entrepreneurs. However our packet, designed for PhD’s applying in EB2-NIW, shares the same common requirements of NIW namely 1. Applicant must seek employment in an area … Continue reading Packet for EB2-NIW Entrepreneurs
Posted inEligibility for EB1A and EB2 NIW and processing duration of the application
Published May 8,2012 By GCforPhDQuestion: I am Hungarian, got my PhD last year. I am currently post-doc with J-1 visa. Our Professor just told me, I got 3 more months and no more, after, I have to leave. I have to find another job, which is very difficult … you know well, or I have to find any other … Continue reading Eligibility for EB1A and EB2 NIW and processing duration of the application
Posted inApplying for Green Card while on H4
Published Feb 23,2012 By GCforPhDQuestion: First let me appreciate your efforts through your website. They were really helpful information. I am interested in filing GC in NIW category. I appreciate if you could help me resolve the following specific questions I have, Q1: I have a PhD in Physics from an US university. I was a postdoc and with … Continue reading Applying for Green Card while on H4
Posted inConcurrent EB1 and EB2
Published May 16,2010 By GCforPhDQuestion: I recently graduated with a PhD and am currently working for a semiconductor company. I am in the process of starting my green card application and am debating between applying through EB2 (D) – advanced degree and EB2 (I) – National Interest Waiver categories. I was wondering if I can proceed through both of … Continue reading Concurrent EB1 and EB2
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