The EB-1C Green Card is a highly sought-after permanent residency category for multinational executives and managers. This prestigious green card allows these top-tier professionals to live and work in the United States, contributing their skills and experience to the U.S. economy.
Requirements:
The EB-1C Green Card requirements are stringent, ensuring only top-tier executives and
managers can qualify. To be eligible, the applicant must have been employed outside the U.S. for at least one year in the last three years by a firm or corporation. This employment must have been in a managerial or executive capacity. The applicant must also be entering the U.S. to continue service to that firm or organization. The petitioning employer must be a U.S. employer, and it should have been doing business for at least 1 year as an affiliate, a subsidiary, or as the same corporation or other legal entity that employed the foreign executive or manager abroad.
Process:
Embarking on the EB-1C application process can be complex, and it is generally recommended to seek legal counsel to navigate the process. The first step involves the U.S. employer filing Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, on behalf of the beneficiary. This form is submitted to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and includes the job offer for the position as well as evidence of the applicant’s managerial or executive experience. After the I-140 form is approved, the next step is an adjustment of status if the individual is already in the U.S. or consular processing if they are outside the U.S. Adjustment of status involves submitting Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, to USCIS. If the individual is outside the U.S., they will need to go through consular processing, which involves applying at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate in their home country. Throughout the process, the U.S. employer must demonstrate that they have the ability to pay the offered salary to the beneficiary. The entire process can take over a year, depending on various factors, including the applicant's home country and any processing backlogs at USCIS.
Benefits:
Securing an EB-1C green card offers numerous benefits. This includes the ability for the
cardholder and their immediate family to live and work permanently in the U.S., access to social services, and increased travel freedom. Additionally, unlike other green card categories, the EB- 1C does not require a labor certification, making the process quicker than other paths to permanent residency. The EB-1C is an exceptional opportunity for multinational executives and managers to advance their careers and enrich their lives in the United States. Understanding the EB-1C requirements and process is the first step towards a successful application. With the right guidance, the EB-1C Green Card is within reach.
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