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EB-2 Visa Attorney | Advanced Degree & Exceptional Ability Green Cards

Secure Your U.S. Green Card with Employer Sponsorship

The EB-2 visa is a powerful pathway to permanent residency for professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability. If you have a U.S. employer willing to sponsor you, EB-2 (non-NIW) can provide a reliable and structured route to a green card.

Our firm helps professionals and employers navigate the EB-2 process—from PERM labor certification to final approval—with precision and strategy.

What Is the EB-2 Visa?

The EB-2 visa is a second-preference employment-based immigrant visa for individuals who:

  • Hold an advanced degree (master’s or higher, or bachelor’s + 5 years experience), or

  • Demonstrate exceptional ability in their field

Unlike the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW), this category requires employer sponsorship and PERM labor certification.

Who Qualifies for EB-2?

Advanced Degree Professionals

You may qualify if:

  • The position requires an advanced degree, and

  • You possess the required degree or equivalent experience

Exceptional Ability

You may qualify if you can demonstrate a degree of expertise significantly above others in your field, through criteria such as:

  • Academic records

  • Letters from employers

  • Professional licenses

  • High salary

  • Membership in professional associations

Understanding the PERM Labor Certification Process

A key part of EB-2 (non-NIW) is PERM labor certification through the U.S. Department of Labor.

This process requires the employer to:

  • Test the U.S. labor market

  • Conduct recruitment efforts

  • Demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role

We guide both employers and employees through this complex process to avoid costly delays or denials.

Common Challenges We Help Solve

  • Structuring job requirements to meet EB-2 criteria

  • Avoiding PERM audit triggers

  • Handling Department of Labor audits

  • Navigating priority date backlogs

  • Coordinating timelines between employer and employee

Is EB-2 Right for You?

EB-2 (non-NIW) is ideal if:

  • You have a sponsoring employer

  • Your role requires an advanced degree or specialized expertise

  • You want a stable, employer-backed path to permanent residency

Not sure whether EB-2 or EB-1 is better for you? We can help you compare options and choose the strongest strategy.

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