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EB-2 NIW Green Card

The Green Card for Professionals Advancing U.S. National Interests

The EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) allows highly skilled professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators to obtain U.S. permanent residency without requiring a job offer or labor certification. Applicants must demonstrate that their work has substantial merit and national importance to the United States.

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EB-2 NIW Green Card Overview & Benefits

The EB-2 National Interest Waiver is a special pathway within the employment-based second preference green card category. It is designed for professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability whose work benefits the United States. Unlike many employment-based green card processes, EB-2 NIW applicants can self-petition and are not required to obtain a permanent job offer or go through the PERM labor certification process. This makes the NIW an attractive option for entrepreneurs, researchers, physicians, engineers, and other professionals contributing to fields important to the U.S. economy, public health, technology, education, and national development.

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Self-Petition Option

Applicants can file their own petition without requiring sponsorship from a U.S. employer.

No PERM Labor Certification

The national interest waiver eliminates the lengthy labor certification process required in most EB-2 cases.

Flexible Career Path

Applicants may work for multiple employers, pursue research, start businesses, or operate independently.

Direct Path to Permanent Residency

Successful applicants and their eligible family members receive U.S. permanent resident status.

Derivative Family Benefits

Spouses and unmarried children under 21 can obtain green cards as derivative beneficiaries.

Strong Option for Entrepreneurs and Researchers

Ideal for professionals whose work benefits the U.S. economy, innovation, healthcare, education, or national development.

Eligibility and useful information

EB-2 NIW Requirements

EB-2 NIW Types

EB-2 NIW Advantages

EB-2 NIW Limitations

Petitioner must qualify for the EB-2 category (advanced degree or exceptional ability).

Applicant must demonstrate that their work has substantial merit and national importance.

Evidence must show the applicant is well positioned to advance the proposed endeavor.

Applicant must demonstrate that waiving the labor certification requirement benefits the United States.

Beneficiary must be admissible to the United States.

Eligibility and useful information

EB-2 NIW Requirements

EB-2 NIW Types

EB-2 NIW Advantages

EB-2 NIW Limitations

Petitioner must qualify for the EB-2 category (advanced degree or exceptional ability).

Applicant must demonstrate that their work has substantial merit and national importance.

Evidence must show the applicant is well positioned to advance the proposed endeavor.

Applicant must demonstrate that waiving the labor certification requirement benefits the United States.

Beneficiary must be admissible to the United States.

Eligibility and useful information

EB-2 NIW Requirements

EB-2 NIW Types

EB-2 NIW Advantages

EB-2 NIW Limitations

Petitioner must qualify for the EB-2 category (advanced degree or exceptional ability).

Applicant must demonstrate that their work has substantial merit and national importance.

Evidence must show the applicant is well positioned to advance the proposed endeavor.

Applicant must demonstrate that waiving the labor certification requirement benefits the United States.

Beneficiary must be admissible to the United States.

Getting a Visa

Our Proven Visa Process

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Eligibility Assessment

We evaluate your education, professional achievements, and proposed endeavor to determine whether you qualify for the EB-2 National Interest Waiver.

Strategy & Case Development

We define the national interest argument and build a strong strategy showing how your work benefits the United States.

Evidence Collection

We help gather documentation such as publications, expert recommendation letters, media coverage, patents, research, and professional achievements.

Petition Filing (Form I-140)

We prepare and submit the EB-2 NIW petition to USCIS with detailed legal arguments and supporting evidence demonstrating national importance.

Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing

Once the petition is approved and a visa number is available, you apply for permanent residency through Adjustment of Status (I-485) or consular processing abroad.

EB-2 NIW

We Cover All EB-2 NIW Green Card Related Forms

Form I-140 – Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker

Form I-693 – Medical Examination

Form I-131 –Travel Document (Advance Parole)

Form I-765 – Employment Authorization

Form I-485 – Adjustment of Status

Proven Results Across Visa Categories

Herman Immigration delivers trusted solutions for U.S. immigration.

We guide families, entrepreneurs, investors, students, and professionals with strategies built for approval. Our reputation is built on precision, efficiency, and outcomes that match client goals.

Herman Immigration delivers trusted solutions for U.S. immigration.

We guide families, entrepreneurs, investors, students, and professionals with strategies built for approval. Our reputation is built on precision, efficiency, and outcomes that match client goals.

2010

Experience since

80%+

Approval rate

980+

Petitions prepared

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Bilingual service

Impacting The Lives
of Our Clients

We’ve helped thousands of clients secure their U.S. visas with bilingual support and a hassle-free process.

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Great experience with Herman. Clear guidance from day one and full support until approval. Everything was handled professionally and efficiently.

Ori Cohen

E-2 Investor

Michal Levi

Marriage Green Card

The process was smooth and well managed. We always felt supported and got clear answers to every question along the way.

Daniel Peretz

EB-2 NIW

They built a strong case and explained every step. I felt confident throughout the process and highly recommend their service.

Shiran Biton

Tourist Visa

Fast and organized service. The application was prepared correctly and I received approval without issues.

Ori Cohen
E-2 Investor
Great experience with Herman. Clear guidance from day one and full support until approval. Everything was handled professionally and efficiently.
Michal Levi
EB-2 NIW
The process was smooth and well managed. We always felt supported and got clear answers to every question along the way.
Daniel Peretz
EB-2 NIW
They built a strong case and explained every step. I felt confident throughout the process and highly recommend their service.
Shiran Biton
Tourist Visa
Fast and organized service. The application was prepared correctly and I received approval without issues.
Alon Mizrahi
Change of Status
Very professional handling of my case. Everything was explained clearly and there were no surprises during the process.
Idan Suissa
EB-5 Investor
High-level professional service. All documents were prepared carefully and the process was very organized.
Rotem Shtrit
F-1 Student
They made the process simple and clear. I knew exactly what to prepare and how to move forward.
Yuval Dahan
E-2 Investor
From business setup to submission, everything was handled perfectly. Very responsive and detail-oriented team.
Dr. Neta Friedman
EB-2 NIW
As a researcher, I feared the NIW bar. Their attorney framed my citations and peer reviews, drafted strong letters, and my EB-2 NIW was approved. The relief and pride were instant.