The Extraordinary Ability (EB1) immigrant visa category, as the name suggests, is set aside for immigrants who possess extraordinary ability in their fields. Unlike the case of other visa categories, individuals in this category may submit petitions for themselves. It also avoids the backlogs in other visa categories and is commonly used by artists, entertainers and researchers.
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H-1B Employers: Prepare for Site Visits From USCIS
By Jackson Lewis P.C. on
Posted in USCIS
The Fraud Detection Unit of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (PDF) (USCIS) has initiated thousands of unannounced site visits to employers with H-1B employees. Although the vast majority of site visits go smoothly, this program can be intimidating and create a chilling effect for employers who wish to pursue the H-1B program appropriately.