No. The petitioner must be a U.S. employer.
EB-1 Visa
Can an individual file an Immigrant Petition for himself or herself?
Yes. The foreign individual seeking a national interest waiver may self-petition (a U.S. employer is not required).
Can a U.S. employer file an Immigrant Petition without an attorney?
Yes. The immigration regulations do not require a U.S. employer to use the services of an attorney.
Can a foreign worker’s spouse and/or child(ren) depart the United States while the permanent residence application is pending?
Yes. An Application for Travel Document (form I-131) can be filed in the United States by the foreign worker’s spouse and/or child(ren) with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with the permanent residence application to request issuance of an Advanced Parole Document to allow the foreign worker to depart and re-enter the… Read More
Can a foreign worker depart the United States while the permanent residence application is pending?
Yes. An Application for Travel Document (form I-131) is filed in the United States by the foreign worker with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with the permanent residence application to request issuance of an Advanced Parole Document to allow the foreign worker to depart and re-enter the United States while the… Read More
Can a foreign worker’s spouse and/or child(ren) work legally before obtaining permanent residence?
Yes. An Application for Employment Authorization (form I-765) can be filed in the United States by the foreign worker’s spouse and/or child(ren) with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with the permanent residence application to request issuance of an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) to allow the foreign worker’s spouse and/or child(ren) to… Read More
Can a foreign worker work legally before obtaining permanent residence?
Yes. An Application for Employment Authorization (form I-765) is filed in the United States by the foreign worker with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with the permanent residence application to request issuance of an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) to allow the foreign worker to work legally in the United States until… Read More
How long can a foreign worker’s spouse and/or child(ren) remain in the United States after s/he obtains permanent residence?
The permanent resident card will be valid for 10 years. The permanent residence card is renewable indefinitely.
How long can a foreign worker remain in the United States after s/he obtains permanent residence?
The permanent resident card will be valid for 10 years. The permanent residence card is renewable indefinitely.
When does a foreign worker’s spouse and/or child(ren) obtain the permanent residence (‘green card’) card?
Assuming approval of the permanent residence application, the foreign worker’s spouse and/or child(ren) will receive the permanent residence card approximately 2 weeks after approval. The permanent resident card will be valid for 10 years.