Eligibility Criteria
Multinational Manager or Executive: Must have worked outside the U.S. for at least 1 year in the 3 years preceding the petition in a managerial or executive role. Outstanding Professors and Researchers: International recognition for exceptional achievements in a specific academic field, with at least 3 years of teaching or research experience. Extraordinary Ability: Exceptional talent in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics with sustained national or international recognition. No job offer is needed. Must meet at least 3 of the 10 criteria listed.
Criteria for Demonstrating Extraordinary Ability
To prove extraordinary ability, you must meet at least 3 of the following: (1) Commercial successes in the performing arts. (2) Commanding a high salary compared to others in the field. (3) Leading or critical role in distinguished organizations. (4) Display of work at artistic exhibitions or showcases. (5) Authorship of scholarly articles in professional or major trade publications. (6) Original contributions of major significance in your field. (7) Judging the work of others, individually or on a panel. (8) Published material about you in professional or major trade publications. (9) Membership in associations that require outstanding achievement. (10) Receipt of nationally or internationally recognized prizes or awards for excellence.