A National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition falls within the employment-based immigration, second preference (EB-2) category, also known as EB-2 NIW.

If you’re considering filing for an employment-based, second-preference immigration petition, the EB2-NIW Visa is an option you might want to explore. With this visa, you can apply for a National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition without needing a labor certification (PERM) or a job offer from a U.S.-based employer. This allows you to self-petition for your EB-2 NIW and maintain your green card status even if your employment status changes in the future.

Your EB-2 NIW visa application must demonstrate that you meet three main criteria: your proposed endeavor has substantial merit and national importance; you are well-positioned to advance the proposed work; and waiving the job offer requirement would be beneficial to the United States. A well-crafted business plan is essential for supporting your case.

For those looking to expedite their application, USCIS offers premium processing for the EB-2 NIW visa. Additionally, Joorney provides a Rush service for crafting your EB-2 NIW visa business plan.