EB-1B Green Card
The EB-1B visa is an immigration category that provides an opportunity for internationally recognized professors and researchers in academic or scientific fields to obtain permanent residency (Green Card) in the United States. This classification is particularly aimed at experts working as instructors in higher education institutions or in research and development in the private sector.
EB-1B applications are a category that requires employer sponsorship. The candidate must be employed by an employer affiliated with a university, higher education institution, or research department operating in the U.S. The application is supported by concrete evidence such as the candidate's scientific contributions, publications, citations, and academic recognition.
Requirements for Extraordinary Professor or Researcher Status
To apply for the EB-1B classification, the candidate must have at least three years of teaching or research experience and demonstrate international-level achievements in their field.
USCIS requires the fulfillment of at least two of the following six criteria to qualify as an extraordinary professor or researcher:
Receiving significant awards or achievements internationally recognized in their field,
Membership in scientific communities, based solely on outstanding achievement,
Evaluations of the individual in academic publications, articles, or media outlets,
Providing contributions as a referee, jury member, or scientific evaluator for the works of others,
Presenting significant original contributions through scientific research, publications, or projects,
Making lasting contributions to the field through academic books or published articles in peer-reviewed journals.
The application is also strengthened by supporting letters from the employer that verify the candidate's roles and contributions in the academic or research field.
Application Process and Assessment
The EB-1B application is typically submitted by the employer using Form I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker).
The application file details the candidate’s international reputation, academic publication history, citation counts, conferences attended, and activities in scientific communities.
Karakaslıoğlu Law Firm conducts a comprehensive academic analysis for each candidate in this process, structures each of the success criteria according to USCIS guidelines, and enhances the scientific quality of the file.
Advantages of the EB-1B Visa
Provides the right to a Green Card (permanent residency).
Does not require the Labor Certification (PERM) process.
Offers a fast track, employer-sponsored approval process for academics and researchers.
Family members (spouse and children under 21) can accompany the applicant.
Family Members
Holders of the EB-1B visa may apply for immigration for their spouses and unmarried children under 21.
Spouses can obtain work authorization (EAD) in the U.S.; children can legally continue their education.
The Approach of Karakaslıoğlu Law Firm
Each EB-1B file gains strength not only from listing academic achievements but also through strategic presentation.
Our firm analyzes our clients' scientific backgrounds, international recognitions, and academic impacts in accordance with USCIS criteria.
Each application file is supported by strong evidence, academic references, and professional documents.
Our goal is not only to obtain Green Card approval but also to strengthen our clients' academic careers in a sustainable and legal manner in the U.S.
