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Unlock Your Path to a Green Card: Self-Sponsorship for Work in the USA


💼A National Interest Waiver (NIW) green card is a great option for those who are looking to become a lawful permanent resident in the United States. This type of green card allows foreign nationals to bypass the usual labor certification process required for most Employment Green Card cases and to obtain a green card directly based on the fact that their skills, expertise, or knowledge will benefit the United States in a meaningful way.

A NIW Green Card process is a great way to sponsor yourself for employment and permanent residence in the U.S. For foreign professionals with unique and exceptional abilities, this is a great chance to resettle to America.

☝The key to obtaining this type of a Green Card is understanding how to prove that your work truly will benefit the United States in such areas as science, research, medicine, engineering, healthcare, economy, or business. 

In order to be eligible for an NIW green card, you must demonstrate that you have exceptional ability and that granting you a green card is in the national interest.

In order to successfully win an NIW green card, there are several steps you should take.

🔹Step 1: Understanding the Eligibility Requirements The first step to winning an NIW green card is to make sure you meet the eligibility requirements. You must demonstrate that you have an advanced degree, such as a master’s degree or higher, or a bachelor’s degree plus five years of progressive work experience in your field. You must also demonstrate that you have achieved a level of extraordinary ability in your field. This means that you must be able to show that you have received recognition from experts in your field, such as awards, scholarships, published articles, and more.

🔹Step 2: Gathering Evidence Once you have determined that you meet the eligibility requirements, you should start gathering evidence to support your application. This includes gathering letters of recommendation from experts in your field, as well as copies of awards and other recognitions you have received. You should also include evidence showing that you have made a significant contribution to the field, such as published articles, research papers, etc.

🔹Step 3: Submitting the Application The next step is to submit your application to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). You should make sure that all of the required documents, such as your evidence and letters of recommendation, are included in your application. It is also important to make sure that you include a detailed explanation of why you are eligible for the NIW green card and how you will benefit the United States in a meaningful way.

🔹Step 4: Preparing for the Interview Once your application is approved, you will be asked to attend an interview with a USCIS officer. During the interview, you should be prepared to answer questions about your application and provide additional evidence to support your case.

🔹Step 5: Receiving Your Green Card After the interview, USCIS will make a decision on your application. If you are approved, you will receive your NIW green card and you will be allowed to live and work in the United States as a lawful permanent resident. By following these steps, you can increase your chances of winning an NIW green card and becoming a lawful permanent resident of the United States. There is no luck in the NIW procedure. The key to winning is hiring an experienced NIW Attorneys.

🤝At Shepelsky Law Group, we have had a lot of success with NIW cases, from a Korean artist to a businesswoman from Uzbekistan, we know the pathway to winning a NIW.

☎Call us today to begin your journey towards a NIW Green Card!