EB-2 NIW
The National Interest Waiver lets qualified people get a green card without a job offer, if their work serves the national interest.
What you should know about EB-2 NIW
EB-2 is for people with an advanced degree or exceptional ability. The National Interest Waiver, or NIW, is a special option inside EB-2. It lets you skip the usual job offer and labor certification if you can show that your work benefits the United States.
This path fits many students well, especially those in research, health, technology, and other fields with clear public value. If your work has real impact and you can show it, NIW can be a strong and flexible choice.
The key points, in short
- For advanced degree holders or people of exceptional ability
- No job offer or labor certification needed
- You can petition for yourself
- Strong fit for research, tech, health, and STEM
- Flexible because you are not tied to one employer
We handle the hard parts with you
Eligibility review
We check your degree, your field, and your track record against NIW standards.
National interest case
We help you show why your work matters to the U.S. with clear evidence.
Documentation
With our parent company, we help prepare the petition and reference letters that carry weight.
Path from OPT
We help you move from OPT or H-1B toward NIW at the right time.
Common questions about EB-2 NIW
It waives the job offer and labor certification normally needed for EB-2, if you can show your work is in the national interest of the United States.
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