New York City EB-4 Visa Lawyer

Special Immigrant Visas for Certain Workers

The EB-4 visa category is designed for special immigrants who fall into specific categories, including religious workers, employees of U.S. foreign service posts, and other qualifying individuals. This visa provides a pathway to permanent residence (green card) for those who meet the eligibility criteria. The Law Offices of Elsa Ayoub helps professionals seeking a Green Card and U.S. employers in New York and nationwide looking to hire foreign professionals from abroad or who are already in the United States. By working with our firm, you’ll have direct access to a skilled and knowledgeable immigration attorney who is committed to helping her clients find solutions that work. Call to talk to an experienced New York EB-4 visa lawyer today.

Who Qualifies for an EB-4 Visa?

• Religious Workers: Individuals who have been a member of a bona fide non-profit religious denomination for at least two years and will work in a full-time, compensated position within the denomination.
• Employees of U.S. Foreign Service Posts: Individuals who have been working for a U.S. foreign service post or mission abroad for a minimum of one year and are coming to the U.S. to work for the same employer, or a different one, in a similar capacity.
• Broadcasters: Persons coming to the U.S. to work in qualifying capacities for the International Broadcasting Bureau of the Broadcasting Board of Governors or a grantee of the organization.
• Iraqi/Afghan Translators: Individuals who have worked as translators/interpreters for the U.S. government in Iraq or Afghanistan.
• Iraqi/Afghan Nationals Employed by or for the U.S. Government: Individuals who have been employed by or for the U.S. government in Iraq or Afghanistan.
• Afghanistan Nationals Who Worked for the U.S. Armed Forces: Individuals who have been employed by or on behalf of the U.S. government in Afghanistan.
• Certain Physicians: Physicians who will work in a clinical healthcare practice for an aggregate of five years and have obtained a determination from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services or its designee stating that the physician’s work is in the public interest.
• Certain Armed Forces Members: Individuals who served honorably in the U.S. Armed Forces for 12 years or more and, if separated from the service, were not separated for disqualifying reasons.

How to Apply for an EB-4 Visa

1. File Form I-360: The applicant’s employer (if applicable) or the applicant themselves must file Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant, with the USCIS.
2. Wait for USCIS Decision: USCIS will review the petition and make a decision based on the evidence provided.
3. Apply for a Green Card: Once the petition is approved, the applicant can apply for a green card through adjustment of status (if eligible) or consular processing.

Why Choose The Law Offices of Elsa Ayoub?

Filling out the application correctly and providing supporting documentation are key to receiving a Green Card based on an EB-4 visa. At The Law Offices of Elsa Ayoub, our New York City immigration attorney understands the complexities of the immigration process and can guide you through every step of obtaining an EB-4 visa. With our knowledge and dedication, we strive to provide you with the best possible legal representation to secure your employment-based permanent residence in the United States.

Contact our Manhattan EB-4 visa lawyer today to schedule a consultation and let us help you achieve your immigration goals.