93%
Approval Rate
On EB-visas Green Card with Ballon Stoll P.C. in 2025
4k+
Green Cards Approved
Immigration visas, including EB-2 NIW, family-based, etc.
10k+
Resolved Cases
Including immigration, litigation, real estate, corporate, etc.
What is EB-1A Visa?
The EB-1A is a category leading to a green card for individuals with extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics. It is one of the most sought-after immigration pathways because it doesn't require any employer sponsorship or a labor certification — you can file a petition on your own behalf.
1
No job offer or employer sponsorship required
You're free to work for any company, change jobs, or start your own business after filing.
2
No degree requirement
The EB-1A is accessible to self-taught experts, practitioners, and innovators — formal credentials are not required to qualify.
3
Eligible for premium processing
USCIS can issue an initial decision on your I-140 petition within 15 business days.
4
Family included
Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can be included in your petition for permanent residency.
5
No labor certification (PERM) required
This is one of the most significant time-savers — no waiting for the DOL process that can take years.
6
The EB-1 Priority Date is "current"
EB-1 is current for almost all countries, meaning there is no waitlist once your petition is approved.
Professions we've helped earn EB-1A approval
Researchers & scientists
Engineers & technologists
Artists & designers
Academics & educators
Business executives
Founders & entrepreneurs
Athletes & coaches
Finance professionals
Physicians
Journalists & authors
Managers
Marketing strategists
Food Professionals
& many more
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Important Updates from USCIS
We would like to inform you of significant changes that will impact immigration applications and petitions. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has published its final rule on fee adjustments, marking the first major revision since 2016. These changes are set to address the agency's operational and financial challenges and will take effect on April 1, 2024. Applications postmarked after this date will be subject to the new, increased fees.
