Question 1

What is the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW)?

Accepted Answer

The EB-2 NIW is an employment-based green card category that allows professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability to self-petition for U.S. permanent residency without a job offer or labor certification, provided their work is in the national interest of the United States.

Question 2

Who qualifies for an EB-1A extraordinary ability green card?

Accepted Answer

EB-1A is for individuals who demonstrate extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics through sustained national or international acclaim, evidenced by at least three of ten criteria including awards, press, judging, and original contributions.

Question 3

How long does the NIW green card process take?

Accepted Answer

Processing times vary, but the I-140 petition typically takes 6-12 months under regular processing, or 15 business days with premium processing. After I-140 approval, adjustment of status or consular processing adds additional time depending on your priority date.

Question 4

Can I self-petition for an EB-2 NIW without a sponsor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Unlike most EB-2 categories, the NIW does not require a job offer or employer sponsorship. You can self-petition by demonstrating that your work has substantial merit, national importance, and that you are well positioned to advance that endeavor.

Question 5

What is the difference between EB-1A and EB-2 NIW?

Accepted Answer

EB-1A requires demonstrating extraordinary ability (top of your field), while EB-2 NIW requires an advanced degree or exceptional ability plus proof that your work is in the national interest. Both allow self-petitioning and skipping the labor certification step.

EB-1 & EB-2 NIW immigration news

EB-1

EB-1 Green Card Risk Grows For Indians As US Visa Numbers Near Annual Limit - Vibes Of India

EB-1 green cards at risk: US warns Indian applicants of possible visa cutoff - The American Bazaar

US Green Card: EB-1 may become unavailable for Indians before September 30 - The Federal

US Warns EB-1 Green Cards May Run Out For Indians Before September Ends - NDTV

Green card alert for Indians: US says EB-1 category may run out before Sept 30 - The Indian Express

EB-1 GREEN CARD CRISIS | America’s Fast Lane for Indian Talent is Running Out of Road - Open Magazine

USCIS Updates

USCIS Confirms Salvadoran TPS Protections Remain Valid - ahcancal.org

Salvadorans with TPS remain authorized to work until further notice, USCIS says - NBC4 Washington

United States | Salvadoran nationals under TPS protection maintain work authorization pending further USCIS guidance - BAL Immigration Law

Trump administration proposes excluding certain immigrants from US census - Al Jazeera

Trump officials push to exclude undocumented immigrants from US census - The Guardian

US: Immigration News Update – September 3, 2026 - Corporate Immigration Partners, PC

Immigration Law

Post Falls police make 15 immigration law arrests under new ICE agreement - krem.com

Post Falls Police Join Federal Immigration Enforcement Program - KXLY.com

HSI Arrests Non-Citizen for Voting Illegally in 2024 General Election - dhs.gov

House Panel Will Examine Sanctuary Law Impacts - Legis1

Fired Immigration Judge Accuses DOJ of Retaliation in Suit (1) - Bloomberg Law News

The corruption of US immigration enforcement - Baptist News Global

Trump administration proposes axing grace period for H-1B visa holders after job loss - Reuters

Delegation of Immigration Authority Section 287(g) Immigration and Nationality Act - ICE | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)