EB2 NIW Visa | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer | Naples | Miami | Florida |US
U.S. immigration lawyer Carl Rothrock files EB2 NIW applications.
Carl Rothrock is a Florida immigration lawyer who has successfully filed EB2 NIW visa applications. He has represented thousands of clients from over 100 countries. The EB2 National Interest Waiver visa differs from a traditional EB2 visa because the applicant does not need labor certification or a job offer in order to qualify for the visa. If approved, the applicant, his or her spouse, and unmarried children under 21 can all get permanent residence cards.
Requirements for the EB2 NIW Visa
- The Petitioner must establish that (s)he has an advanced degree or that (s)he has an exceptional ability in the sciences, arts, or business. The advanced degree must be equivalent to a U.S. master’s degree. The degree must be related to the endeavor. If the applicant does not have the equivalent of a master’s degree, (s)he can meet this requirement by proving the criteria from the list below.
- The proposed endeavor must have substantial merit and national importance.
- The Petitioner is well positioned to advance the proposed endeavor.
- On balance, it would benefit the United States to waive the requirements of a job offer and labor certification.
The applicant must demonstrate at least three of the following criteria if qualifying on extraordinary ability instead of a master’s degree
- The requirements for extraordinary ability for the EB2 NIW visa are similar to the requirements for the EB1A extraordinary ability visa.
- Official academic record showing a degree, diploma, certificate, or similar award from a college, university, school, or other institution of learning relating to the area of exceptional ability
- At least 10 years relevant experience
- Professional license
- Salary history reflecting the applicant’s exceptional ability
- Membership in a professional association(s)
- Recognition for achievements and significant contributions to the applicant’s industry or field by peers, government entities, professional or business organizations
Hire a qualified EB2 NIW attorney today
Carl Rothrock is a U.S. immigration attorney with offices in Naples and Miami, Florida, with 34 years of experience. He has successfully represented thousands of people from more than 100 countries in the world. The firm’s specialty is business immigration.
Carl has been recognized by several organizations and media publications, including “AV Preeminent®, the highest ranking level of professional excellence, skill and integrity under the Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating System, Perfect 10.0 score on AVVO.com, a lawyer rating and referral website, “Top Rated Lawyers in Florida, Immigration,” Lawyers of Distinction, “Immigration Lawyer of the Year, USA,” Lawyers Monthly Legal Awards, “Nations Top One Percent,” and the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. To schedule a consultation today, please call (239) 206-2363.