zed7:
Unfortunately, most Nigerians don't qualify for this visa. Think twice before wasting funds.

NotsonewMary:


“Most Nigerians”

So you mean most Nigerians are not advanced degrees holders?, most Nigerians do not have exceptional or extraordinary ability?, most Nigerians are not currently engaged in work that can benefit the US?.

Can you show us how you came about this statistics Sir/Ma?

Yomite22:
Maybe you should see this:
https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-workers/health-care-worker-certification

aieromon:


I think he was referring to the multitude of persons that make up the "Japa" group of potential emigrants.

Yomite22:
Maybe you should see this:
https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-workers/health-care-worker-certification

aieromon:


I think he was referring to the multitude of persons that make up the "Japa" group of potential emigrants.

NotsonewMary:
Hello All,

This thread is dedicated to people who would like to share their employment based immigration stories and pathway for others to learn.

I stand corrected, but I believe one field of USA legal immigration that is not very known to professionals and advanced degree holders in the Nigerian community is the EB-1 and EB-2 NIW route by which a person can self-petition for permanent residency (Greencard).

Below are helpful links that provide broad information on this category.

https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-eligibility/green-card-for-employment-based-immigrants

More information specific to EB-1 and EB-2 NIW self petition without a US employer are found in the additional links below.

https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers/employment-based-immigration-first-preference-eb-1

https://www.uscis.gov/policy-manual/volume-6-part-f-chapter-2

https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers/employment-based-immigration-second-preference-eb-2

https://www.uscis.gov/policy-manual/volume-6-part-f-chapter-5

NotsonewMary:


“Most Nigerians”

So you mean most Nigerians are not advanced degrees holders?, most Nigerians do not have exceptional or extraordinary ability?, most Nigerians are not currently engaged in work that can benefit the US?.

Can you show us how you came about this statistics Sir/Ma?

aieromon:


I think he was referring to the multitude of persons that make up the "Japa" group of potential emigrants.

zed7:

Smart dude, that statement was clear enough.
The rave now is to hear everyone wants to relocate at all cost irrespective of whether they qualify or not.

I have already spotted 'school cert' holders on this thread asking for info.

NotsonewMary:


Niice!, May God favor those of us in the waiting game. I also recently applied for the EB-2 NIW.

Hoping this thread gets to people who have already been approved so they can share their timeline especially from approval to greencard.

I appreciate everyone that has contributed to this thread so far. Have a beautiful and blessed week ahead everyone!

oluezekiel:
... but still not sure of the documents that will be needed. I don't want to be wasting money on lawyers consultations.
Hope I'm not asking for too much.

aieromon:
Employment-Based Immigration: First Preference EB-1
You may be eligible for an employment-based, first-preference visa if you are a noncitizen of extraordinary ability, are an outstanding professor or researcher, or are a certain multinational executive or manager. Each occupational category has certain requirements that must be met:

NotsonewMary:
Hello All,
This thread is dedicated to people who would like to share their employment based immigration stories and pathway for others to learn.
...
https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-eligibility/green-card-for-employment-based-immigrants
...
More information specific to EB-1 and EB-2 NIW self petition without a US employer are found in the additional links below.
https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers/employment-based-immigration-first-preference-eb-1

https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers/employment-based-immigration-second-preference-eb-2

drbabsok:
Yes, I applied for H1B visa from Nigeria and It was granted. Applied for my EB-1 NIW some months ago

NotsonewMary:


Niice!, May God favor those of us in the waiting game. I also recently applied for the EB-2 NIW.

Hoping this thread gets to people who have already been approved so they can share their timeline especially from approval to greencard.

I appreciate everyone that has contributed to this thread so far. Have a beautiful and blessed week ahead everyone!

Helpout12345:
And if you know you cannot get enough evidence to proof at least 4 of the 10 criteria, with reputable recommendations letters, don't bother yourself. This is not regular student and visit visa categories.
Apart the high cost, you must proof extra ordinary abilities[/i] to get these.
And the way [u]our people will start manufacturing evidences by the time everyone knows about this route, the USCIS might have to create a separate office to handle our cases.

NotsonewMary:
... ... This thread is dedicated to people who would like to share their employment based immigration stories and pathway for others to learn. ...

aieromon:
Employment-Based Immigration: First Preference EB-1
.... Each occupational category has certain requirements that must be met:

semmyk:
Thank aieromon and NotsonewMary. Great pointers and compilation (notably the official links). Surely, those that would take advantage must researchly read through and action accordingly.
From a US consular viewpoint, see https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/employment-based-immigrant-visas.html
The consular provides info on 'FAQ': the types of enquiries lots might want to know in addition to documentations. Such as how long, visa eligibility, even false documentations! ... ...

semmyk:
EB Visa Ineligibility
Certain conditions and activities may make an applicant ineligible for a visa. ... ...
Misrepresentation of Material Facts or Fraud ... ...

semmyk:
Each subcategories within the EB category have their own unique requirements/evidences. #NotGeneralised. There's a common thread though (extraordinary in varying degrees).
Folks have already posted on this thread the #danger of #falsification especially from the eyes of the consular: Do so at owns perilous peril.


I honestly don't understand what you are trying to say here.....

UmmZayd:
I honestly don't understand what you are trying to say here.....

semmyk:
Each subcategories within the EB category have their own unique requirements/evidences. #NotGeneralised. There's a common thread though (extraordinary in varying degrees).
Folks have already posted on this thread the #danger of #falsification especially from the eyes of the consular: Do so at owns perilous peril.

[Earlier posts]

semmyk:
If you perhaps be a bit clearer or crisps regarding your clarity, folks on this thread might be able to assist.
PS: this thread discusses a 'special' type of visa permit to the States.

johnJS:


Hello, are you able to share more details about your application processes for both the H1B and EB-1 visas? And any anecdotes about your background and the journey thus far in general. Personal identifiers could always be omitted for privacy.

I think the more that it's shared directly on this thread, as opposed to privately on PMs, the more a lot of us will be able to learn.

Thank you

Helpout12345:


All the links you need have been posted by others already.

Because I know this is alot of information to someone new to this route. I will help to brake it down.

H1b, L1 are dual intent work visas but you need a US employer to sponsor you on these visas. Dual intent because you can adjust your immigration status to Permanent Residency from such visas when you arrive or living in the US.

Eb1b, Eb1C, Eb2 advance degree, Eb3 are Permanent residency visas but they also require an employer to sponsor you.

Eb1A and Eb2NIW (National Interest Waiver) are the only 2 sub categories that you can process without an employer sponsorship. This is because those are meant for the US to pull best brains from all over the world. They waive requirements of a job offer and employer sponsorship for these two sub categories knowing that the people that will qualify can easily land a job in the US, most likely contributed quickly to US interests.

It's not always easy for most foreigners to get employer sponsorship because of the rigor of the employer passing the Labor Certification requirements to proof that the employer cannot fill that job position with US citizens or Permanent Residents. This is why many people that can get Eb1A and NIW file for themselves.

Now to file NIW or 1A, first make sure you can provide well-documented evidences to support 4 out of the 10 criteria. I said 4 to be on safe side in case USCIS rejects any of your claims.

Then look for a good immigration lawyer that is also very familiar with your field of occupation to file I140 form for you.

To look for lawyers and read their reviews, visit www.avvo.com, you can also get a good lawyer by referral.

After you get approved on I140, you move to second stage of NVC where you submit processing fees and civil documents.

Third stage is different based on where you reside when you are going through this process. If you are already living in the US legally, your third stage is Adjustment of Status route. If you are outside the US, your third stage is Consular Processing route, where you will attend immigration visa interview in a US embassy in your country of residence.

There are so many information on this route, just be specific with your questions, so that you can get specific answers.

Helpout12345:


All the links you need have been posted by others already.

Because I know this is alot of information to someone new to this route. I will help to brake it down.

NotsonewMary:


THANK YOU!

johnJS:
My spouse and I are both professionals with about 15 years work experience each in multinational organizations.

My wife has an advanced engineering degree from the US (her undergraduate degree is from the US also) so she'll be the main EB-2 applicant.

We intend to contact our relatives in the US to provide recommendations for US immigration lawyers so we can get some legal advice on putting together our application so we're just at the research and information gathering stage.

This is just by way of sharing and my own contribution towards keeping the conversation going �