EB-1 Priority Workers Green Card Application
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Publication date: 30.07.2025
Recently, our team was asked a question: “If I apply for a green card under the EB-1 category as an outstanding professor, how long does it usually take to get approval, and can I include my family in the application?”
We wanna share the answer from our specialists:
23.07.2025 13:36:15 The processing time for an EB-1 green card application, specifically for an outstanding professor or researcher, can vary based on several factors, including the workload of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) service center handling your case and whether a visa number is immediately available. Generally, the process can take anywhere from several months to over a year. The EB-1 category is generally prioritized because it is for individuals with extraordinary abilities or achievements, which means it often has shorter wait times compared to other employment-based categories. However, specific processing times can change frequently due to policy changes or shifts in demand. Regarding your family, yes, you can include them in your application. Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 years of age are eligible to apply for derivative green cards as dependents once your EB-1 petition is approved. They would typically file Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) concurrently with your application if they are already in the United States, or they may apply for immigrant visas at a U.S. consulate abroad if they are outside the United States. Always check the latest updates from USCIS and consider consulting with an immigration attorney to guide you through this complex process and ensure all requirements are met efficiently.
23.07.2025 18:14:32 If you apply for a green card under EB-1 as an outstanding professor, approval can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months, depending on USCIS processing times and whether premium processing is used. Once the I-140 petition is approved and a visa number is available, you can file for adjustment of status or consular processing. Yes, your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can be included—they’ll receive derivative green cards as part of your petition.
23.07.2025 18:30:04 Applying under the EB-1 outstanding professor category typically takes about 6 to 12 months, though it can be faster with premium processing. After your I-140 is approved, you and your dependents can move to the green card stage, either from within the U.S. or through consular processing abroad. Your spouse and minor children are fully eligible to be included in the application and will receive permanent residency once your case is approved.
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