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U.S. EB-2 Employment-Based Immigration Program

U.S. EB-2 Immigrant Investment Program

EMPLOYMENT-BASED IMMIGRATION PROGRAMS

The EB-2 (Employment-Based Second Preference) immigrant visa category was established by the U.S. Congress for highly qualified professionals with advanced degrees or individuals with exceptional ability in the sciences, arts, or business. Eligible applicants, together with their spouse and unmarried children under 21, may obtain U.S. permanent residency and enjoy the rights and benefits available to lawful permanent residents.
Each year, tens of thousands of EB-2 immigrant visas are made available, providing qualified professionals with opportunities to advance their careers and establish long-term residence in the United States. Under the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) category, eligible applicants may self-petition without employer sponsorship if they can demonstrate that their proposed work is of substantial merit and national importance to the United States. This pathway is particularly suitable for highly skilled professionals seeking to contribute to the U.S. economy and society.

KEY ELIGIBILITY

Advanced Degree or Exceptional Ability

PROCESSING TIME

3–5 years

Eligible Dependents

Spouse and unmarried children under 21

APPLICATION PATHWAY

Employer Sponsorship or EB-2 NIW

RESIDENCY BENEFIT

U.S. Permanent Residency (Green Card)

PATHWAY TO CITIZENSHIP

Eligible to apply after 5 years as a permanent resident

PROGRAM BENEFITS

01

01 PERMANENT RESIDENCY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

• Green Cards are available for eligible family members.
• Freedom to live, work, and conduct business in the United States.
02

02 EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN

• Access to the U.S. education system and public schools.
• Greater opportunities for higher education and long-term academic development.
03

03 CAREER & INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

• Broad career opportunities across a wide range of industries and businesses in the United States.
• Access to the U.S. healthcare system, education, and a high-quality living environment.

PROGRAM CONDITIONS

PROFESSIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must qualify as either:
• A professional holding an advanced degree; or
• An individual with exceptional ability in the sciences, arts, or business.

MINIMUM ASSET REQUIREMENT

No minimum investment or net worth requirement.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Standard EB-2: Generally requires a permanent job offer from a U.S. employer and an approved labor certification. The applicant must also meet the qualifications for the offered position and the applicable EB-2 requirements.

EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver)

Eligible applicants may self-petition without employer sponsorship or labor certification. Applicants must first qualify for EB-2 and demonstrate that:
• Their proposed endeavor has substantial merit and national importance;
• They are well positioned to advance the proposed endeavor; and
• On balance, waiving the job offer and labor certification requirements would benefit the United States.

TIMELINE

Stage 1

Assess the applicant’s qualifications and determine the appropriate pathway: Standard EB-2 or EB-2 NIW. Signing services agreement

Stage 2

Prepare supporting documents and submit Form I-140 to USCIS.

Stage 3

USCIS reviews the petition and may request additional evidence if necessary.

Stage 4

Receive I-140 approval and wait for an immigrant visa to become available based on the priority date.

Stage 5

File Form I-485 if eligible and physically present in the U.S., or complete Form DS-260 through consular processing if applying from abroad.

Stage 6

Complete the required interview, if applicable. Once approved, the applicant becomes a U.S. lawful permanent resident and receives a Green Card.

Stage 7

Receive U.S. Permanent Residency

Stage 8

After maintaining lawful permanent resident status for at least 5 years, eligible Green Card holders may apply for U.S. citizenship, subject to meeting all applicable naturalization requirements.

WHY CHOOSE THE UNITED STATES?

The United States is the world’s third-largest country by land area, accounts for approximately one-quarter of global GDP, and is the world’s largest economy by GDP at market exchange rates.
Depending on their goals, preferred timeline, and financial considerations, applicants may choose different pathways to establish long-term residence in the United States. Among the most popular options for Vietnamese applicants are the EB-2 and EB-5 immigration programs.
Capital

Washington

Population(2023)

331.449.281

Language

English

Government

FEDERAL REPUBLIC

Currency

US Dollar (USD)

Area

9.796.742 km2

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