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EB-2 National Interest Waiver
EB-2 National Interest Waiver Immigrant Visa
Reviewed by Attorney Izi Pinho, Esq. · Updated Apr 20, 2026
Who Can Apply?
- Minimum education: Mestrado ou superior preferido; bacharelado + 5 anos aceito
- Experience: 5+ years
- Extraordinary ability required: No
The 3-Prong Test (Matter of Dhanasar)
Substantial Merit and National Importance
The petitioner's proposed endeavor must have substantial merit in fields such as science, technology, business, education, culture, or health. The impact must be demonstrably national in scope, not merely local or regional.
Applicant Well-Positioned to Advance the Endeavor
The petitioner must show they are well-positioned to advance the proposed endeavor through education, skills, record of past success, and a concrete plan. Publications, patents, citations, and awards strengthen this prong.
National Benefit to Waiving the Job Offer Requirement
USCIS must conclude that the national interest benefits of waiving the job offer and labor certification requirement outweigh the interests of protecting US workers. Professionals whose work directly benefits the US — researchers, physicians in underserved areas, technologists — typically satisfy this criterion.
Estimated Investment
| Item | USD |
|---|---|
| I 1 4 0 | $715 |
| I 1 4 0 Premium Processing | $2,805 |
| I 4 8 5 | $1,440 |
| Biometrics | $0 |
| USCIS filing fees | $4,960 |
| Attorney fees | $6,500 – $12,000 |
| Certified translations | $800 |
| Medical exam | $400 |
| Estimated TOTAL | $9,855 – $18,160 |
Process Timeline
- 1
Consultation + Eligibility Assessment
2–4 weeks
- 2
Document Collection
4–8 weeks
- 3
Petition Drafting
6–12 weeks
- 4
USCIS Submission
- 5
USCIS Decision
Standard8–14 monthsWith Premium Processing2–4 months - 6
Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing
Adjustment of Status8–18 monthsConsular Processing4–8 months
Frequently Asked Questions
Not strictly. The default is a master's or higher, but a bachelor's plus 5 years of progressive post-bachelor experience is accepted by USCIS as equivalent. Applicants without a master's must document post-graduation experience thoroughly (roles, responsibilities, impact projects).
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