EB-1 (Executives / Extraordinary Ability)
The EB-1 category provides permanent residence options for multinational executives and individuals with extraordinary ability in business, science, education, the arts, or athletics. Labor certification is not required, but the evidentiary standard is high.
Applicants must demonstrate sustained national or international recognition or qualifying executive experience.
Cohen Visa advises clients on eligibility assessment, evidence development, and petition strategy for EB-1 filings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EB-1
Extraordinary ability means a level of expertise indicating the person is one of the small percentage who have risen to the very top of their field. Applicants must demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim through extensive documentation. Cohen Visa advises on evidence development and petition strategy.
No. The EB-1 category does not require labor certification. However, the evidentiary standard is high; applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating extraordinary ability or qualifying executive experience.
Evidence varies by subcategory. For extraordinary ability, applicants typically provide awards, publications, judging experience, original contributions, and similar documentation. For executives, corporate documentation and proof of qualifying employment are required. Cohen Visa advises on eligibility assessment and evidence strategy.
EB-1 includes both extraordinary ability (EB-1A) and multinational executives (EB-1C). EB-1A is for individuals with extraordinary ability; EB-1C is for executives and managers transferred to U.S. operations. Both avoid labor certification.