NIW Green Card for Athletes
EB-2 NIW for Athletes, Coaches, and Taekwondo Masters
A career in sports may be considered for NIW. Cultural and educational impact, national importance, and the applicant’s preparation must be established through the individual record.
Athlete NIW Eligibility
Degree or Experience
Sports-related degree or national team/professional athlete experience
Coaching Experience
Teaching and coaching record as a coach or master
Awards and Credentials
International competition placements, dan rankings, certifications
Community Contribution
Youth education, community sports program management
Evidence to Prepare
- International/domestic competition placement records
- Dan rankings, certifications, coaching credentials
- Student/athlete training records
- Dojang/club operation history
- Expert recommendation letters (association officials, fellow coaches)
- Press coverage and broadcast appearances
- Future U.S. activity plan
Dhanasar Three-Prong Test Application
Substantial Merit and National Importance
Explain through case-specific evidence whether the proposed sports endeavor has substantial merit and national importance.
Well-Positioned to Advance the Field
Competition results, coaching experience, and association activities may help show that the applicant is well positioned to advance the endeavor.
Benefit of Waiving Labor Certification
Use the proposed endeavor and complete record to address whether waiving the job-offer and labor-certification requirements would benefit the United States.
Check Your Athlete NIW Eligibility
If you have experience as an athlete, coach, or master, explore NIW options.
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