EB-1B Outstanding Researcher / Professor
International recognition plus three years of experience — employer-sponsored, but no PERM required.
Overview
The EB-1B serves researchers and professors who are internationally recognized as outstanding in a specific academic field, have at least three years of teaching or research experience, and hold a qualifying permanent offer from a U.S. university or research organization. No PERM required.
Who May Qualify
- International recognition as outstanding in a specific academic field
- At least 3 years of teaching or research experience
- A permanent research or tenure-track offer from a qualifying U.S. employer
- At least 2 of 6 regulatory criteria
How We Help
- Criteria strategy and evidence development with the sponsoring institution
- I-140 preparation with premium processing
- Coordination with EB-1A or NIW backup filings
Frequently Asked Questions
Do private companies qualify?
Yes, if they employ at least three full-time researchers and have documented research accomplishments.
Does postdoc time count?
Research during a PhD can count in limited circumstances — we analyze your timeline carefully.
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