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EB-2 NIW Visa

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What is the EB-2 NIW

For HR Leaders & Employers

The EB-2 NIW is a green card that allows professionals to self-petition based on their work being in the U.S. national interest.

For advanced degree holders and exceptional ability professionals whose work benefits America.

GREEN CARD PATH

Permanent Residence

Direct path to green card without employer sponsorship. Self-petition based on national interest waiver.

FAMILY VISAS

Immediate Family

Spouse and unmarried children under 21 included as derivative beneficiaries for permanent residency.

PORTABILITY

Self-Petitioned

No employer tie - change jobs freely during or after the process. Your green card is independent of any employer.

PRIORITY DATE

Country Dependent

Current for most countries. India and China nationals face multi-year backlogs for final green card processing.

EB-2 NIW Eligibility

The candidate must meet the three-prong test for National Interest Waiver.

Substantial Merit & National Importance

Well-Positioned to Advance

Waiver Benefits the United States

EB-2 NIW Pricing

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Ellis Processing

4-6 Weeks

Ellis Fee

$15,000

Cost Specifics

Our fee includes I-140 petition preparation and adjustment of status (I-485, I-131, I-765) for the petitioner and all family members.

Time to file

Time: 4-6 Weeks

eb2niw Timeline

Evidence Gathering

Evidence

14 days

Draft Letters

Letters

7 days

Case Preparation

Case Prep

10 days

Final Review

4 days

Evidence Gathering

Identify strongest criteria and collect supporting evidence including awards, publications, and impact documentation.

14 days

Draft Letters

Secure and draft recommendation letters from industry leaders and experts in your field.

7 days

Case Preparation

Draft legal brief, compile I-140 petition package, organize exhibits, and prepare supporting documentation.

10 days

Final Review

Attorney review, quality check, and file I-140 with USCIS via premium or regular processing.

4 days

Identify strongest criteria and collect supporting evidence including awards, publications, and impact documentation.

14 days

Testimonials

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Ellis is an exceptional immigration partner, delivering fast and knowledgeable service. Their platform makes the process easier than anything I've experienced in over a decade and a half of hiring international candidates to tech companies.

SEAN MCDERMOTT|Chief People Officer, Adaptive Security

Testimonials

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TESTIMONIAL

Ellis is an exceptional immigration partner, delivering fast and knowledgeable service. Their platform makes the process easier than anything I've experienced in over a decade and a half of hiring international candidates to tech companies.

SEAN MCDERMOTT

Chief People Officer, Adaptive Security

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TESTIMONIAL

From start to finish, Ellis kept us informed and confident, tailoring their approach to our company's specific needs with remarkable attention to detail and results. Their unwavering commitment to client success truly sets them apart in an industry too often marred by complexity.

DAVID GULLEY

HEAD OF GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCES, TRUSTWELL

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TESTIMONIAL

Ellis turned immigration into a competitive advantage for us. Being able to say "we've got your visa covered" helped us close top candidates we otherwise might have lost.

Filip Kozera

FOUNDER & CEO, WORDWARE

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