EB-1 Visa Lawyer in Dallas, TX

EB-1 is a first-preference immigrant visa category reserved for individuals with extraordinary ability (EB-1A), outstanding professors and researchers (EB-1B), and multinational managers or executives (EB-1C).

Who Is the EB-1 For?

Who Qualifies

EB-1A applicants must meet at least three of ten regulatory criteria (major awards, published material about them, judging the work of others, original contributions of major significance, and similar) or show a one-time major achievement. EB-1B and EB-1C both generally require a permanent job offer and, unlike EB-2, do not require PERM labor certification.

How to Apply

Petitions are filed on Form I-140 with supporting evidence of the applicant's achievements or the qualifying employment relationship; EB-1A self-petitioners do not need an employer sponsor.

Period of Stay & Processing

EB-1 has historically had shorter visa-bulletin wait times than EB-2 or EB-3 for most countries, though it can still take one to several years depending on country of birth and USCIS processing times.

This overview is for general information only and is not legal advice. Current forms, fees, and eligibility rules should always be confirmed against official USCIS and U.S. Department of State guidance, or with one of our attorneys, before filing.

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