EB-1A
A permanent-residence path for people whose record already shows extraordinary ability — still evidence-heavy, still not a prediction.
Who it’s for
Self-petitioners seeking a US green card based on extraordinary ability with sustained national or international acclaim.
What can make your profile stand out
Route comparison
- Typical profile
- Extraordinary ability, green-card intent
- Evidence intensity
- Very high — final merits review
- Permanent residence
- Yes — immigrant petition
- Employer dependence
- Self-petition possible
Ready to see what may fit?
Run the eligibility check with your goals pre-filled, or dig into the authoritative guide library.
Sources
Educational only — not legal advice, not a filing recommendation, and not an approval prediction.