What's the difference between EB- 1A and EB-2(NIW) in America?

EB 1- excellent talent immigration? It is the first priority for professional immigrants in the United States, the exclusive immigration channel for outstanding talents from all walks of life, and the first priority for all occupational categories.

NIW National Interest Exemption from Immigration? As a special case of the second priority level of American professional immigrants (EB-2), the American government exempts foreigners who have made important contributions to American national interests from submitting work permit applications based on national interests. They can apply for immigration directly without their employers and get a permanent green card in one step, which is the so-called national interest exemption.

Applicable people

EB- 1A: Excellent talents from all walks of life (art, science, education, business, sports and other fields).

(EB-2)NIW: People with high education or special professional skills (scientific research and academic fields)

EB- 1A can be applied to more fields, such as science, culture and sports. NIW has no specific industry restrictions, but prefers scientific and technological talents.

Investment requirements and application conditions

EB- 1A and NIW projects do not require investment and are risk-free, and have advantages over EB-5.

●? EB- 1A has the highest requirements for applicants' grades, and needs more grades and stronger abilities;

●? NIW is relatively more flexible and relaxed, and there are not many hard requirements;

examine and approve

EB- 1A belongs to the first category of priority, giving priority to trial, but the number of China applicants is relatively small at present. NIW national interest exemption is the second priority, which needs to be scheduled, and the application time is still shorter than EB-5.

Please consult in detail if you need to evaluate which project your personal conditions meet. Most immigrants will answer your questions.