NIW Green Card
National Interest Waiver — Requesting a Job-Offer Waiver
EB-2 NIW allows a person who qualifies for EB-2 classification to request a waiver of the job-offer and labor-certification requirements. Eligibility depends on the proposed endeavor and the complete record.
Benefits of NIW
Self-Petition Available
Request a waiver of the job-offer requirement and file your own I-140
Labor Certification Waiver
If approved, the PERM labor-certification requirement is waived
Proposed Endeavor Review
USCIS reviews the proposed U.S. endeavor and supporting record rather than one permanent job offer
Concurrent Filing
File I-140 and I-485 simultaneously when visa is available
NIW by Profession
We review NIW evidence in the context of the proposed endeavor and the applicant’s field.
Musicians
NIW evidence review for vocalists, instrumentalists, conductors, and composers
Musicians NIW GuideReligious Workers
Immigration-path review for pastors, ministers, and missionaries
Religious Workers GuideNIW Application Process
Request a Consultation
Review eligibility and develop strategy
Document Preparation
Gather recommendation letters, CV, and achievement evidence
File I-140 Petition
Submit NIW petition to USCIS
USCIS Review
Timing varies by filing type and current USCIS processing information
Green Card
I-485 adjustment or consular processing