Extraordinary Ability Visas

Do I need to speak English fluently?

No. You are not required to speak English fluently.

What if I haven't won any awards?

Receipt of awards is not required. You may still qualify for a green card based on your achievements in the field. Evidence of awards is only one of many ways to support your case. We will review all the documents you provide in order to evaluate the case.

What if I only have national recognition in my field?

You are only required to submit evidence of sustained national OR international recognition in your field. National recognition alone is sufficient.

What types of evidence will I need to provide for my petition?

We always recommend providing us with as much supporting documents as possible. The types of evidence will vary for each case and may include the following:

• Receipt of national or international awards.
• Media coverage of work (newspaper articles, magazine articles, online articles, radio interviews, television interviews, etc).
• Evidence of leading roles for distinguished organizations.
• Evidence of the display of your work at exhibitions or showcases.
• Evidence of membership in associations/organizations in the field.
• Evidence of receipt of high salary or remuneration for your work.
• Evidence of your participation as a judge of others' work in the field.
• Evidence of your original scientific, scholarly, artistic, athletic, or business-related contributions of major significance in the field.
• Authorship of scholarly articles.
• Evidence of commercial success in the field.
• Letters of recommendation from experts in the field.

What if my case is denied?

We cannot guarantee that your casse will be approved; no attorney can 100% guarantee success. However we only take on strong cases that we feel confident will be approved.

What are the costs associated with applying for a green card?

In addition to our legal fees, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security charges a filing fee of $580(USD).

Will my immediate family members be allowed to come with me?

Yes, your spouse and children (under 21 years of age) are immediately eligible for an immigrant visa based on your approved petition. After your application is approved by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, you and your immediate family may apply for your immigrant visas together at the U.S. Consulate abroad.