EB1-1, Extraordinary Ability

In order to be eligible to apply for this EB1 category, an alien must have an extraordinary ability in science, arts, education, business or athletics which has been demonstrated by sustained national or international acclaim and they seek entry to continue work in this area which will substantially benefit the U.S. The applicant does not require an employer and they can self-petition.

“Sustained or international acclaim” by the applicant must be documented by any of the three following requirements:

• 1)Receipt of lesser nationally or internationally recognized prizes or awards,
  2) Membership in association in their field for which classification is sought,
  3) Published material about the person in professional or major trade publications or other major media,
  4) Participation as a judge of the work of others,
  5) Evidence of original scientific, scholastic, artistic, athletic or business-related contributions of major significance,
  6) Authorship of scholarly articles in the field,
  7) Artistic exhibitions or showcases,
  8) Performance in a leading or cultural role for organizations or establishments that have a distinguished reputation,
  9) High salary or remuneration in relation to others in the field,
  10) Commercial success in the performing arts.