EB-2 Visa Attorneys
EB-2 Visas offer a pathway to America for highly skilled foreign nationals. The immigration attorneys with Fok Immigration Law in San Jose and San Mateo can improve your odds of success.
We help skilled foreign nationals and employers navigate EB-2 visa processes. The EB-2 visa is a second-preference employment-based visa for individuals with advanced degrees or exceptional abilities. Within this category, applicants may choose between the EB-2 PERM process and the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW). Contact us for a free consultation to see how we can help.
EB-2 Visa For Advanced Degree Holders (EB-2 PERM)
The EB-2 PERM requires sponsorship by a U.S. employer, including a job offer from the company and an approved PERM labor certification confirming the lack of available U.S. workers.
Once the labor certification is approved, the employee can move forward with Form I-140 and, if applicable, apply for adjustment of status. The EB-2 visa’s structured approach ensures a fair pathway to green card eligibility for highly qualified professionals.
The EB-2 and EB-3 visas share similar procedures, but the EB-2 visa targets professionals with a master’s degree or higher. In this capacity, it provides qualified individuals a clearer pathway to employment-based green cards.
Many employers and EB-2 visa applicants trust the lawyers with Fok Immigration Law to guide them in completing the steps involved in this process.
Applying For An EB-2 Visa
Whether inside or outside the U.S., the application process generally
includes these steps:
- Filing Form ETA-9141 with the Department of Labor for a Prevailing Wage Determination
- Conducting a recruitment campaign and filing Form ETA-9089 for labor certification
- Submitting Form I-140 with USCIS to obtain classification in the EB-2 category
- Completing either Form DS-260 (outside the U.S.) or Form I-485 (inside the U.S.) to receive a green card
We can help you complete these steps in the correct sequence to facilitate compliance and increase the likelihood of approval.
EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW)
When an applicant’s work significantly benefits the U.S., a National Interest Waiver (NIW) may eliminate the need for employer sponsorship and labor certification. This option is available for those with exceptional qualifications and advanced skills who meet stringent requirements.
Initiate Your Free Consultation
When getting it right matters, trust Fok Immigration Law to guide you through the complexities of EB-2 visas. Call our San Jose office at 408-212-7014 or our San Mateo office at 650-546-7020 or reach out online to schedule a free initial case consultation today.