United States · Immigration54
Extraordinary Ability (EB-1A)
First-preference Green Card for people at the very top of their field — sciences, arts, education, business or athletics. No job offer or labor certification required; you can self-petition.
Currently available · Editorial record dated 10/20/2026 · Not lawyer review or an eligibility decision. Check current official instructions.
Who this is for
People with sustained national or international acclaim whose achievements are recognized in their field.
Common problems
Final merits determination
Meeting three criteria does not guarantee approval; adjudicators assess the totality of the record.
Requests for evidence
RFEs commonly challenge whether criteria are truly met or whether acclaim is sustained.