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It is a special category under the second employment-based preference (EB-2) of U.S. immigration. Unlike other EB-2 classifications, the NIW is designed to attract foreign nationals who have demonstrated the ability to make, or are capable of making, significant contributions to the national interest of the United States. Applicants do not require employer sponsorship or a labor certification. It is targeted at skilled professionals who have either a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in their field or have a master degree.
| 1. Government Filing Fees |
| I-140 Petition Fee: $700 (paid to USCIS). |
| Premium Processing (Optional): $2,805 (for 45-day adjudication; not always recommended for NIW). |
| Adjustment of Status (I-485) Fee: $1,440 (if applying from within the U.S.; includes biometrics). |
| OR Immigrant Visa Processing (DS-260) Fee: $345 (if applying through consular processing). |
| 2. Legal Fees (If Using an Attorney) |
| Typically $5,000–$15,000+ (varies based on case complexity and firm reputation). |
| 3. Documentation & Certification Costs |
| Translation Fees: For non-English documents (e.g., degrees, publications, recommendation letters). |
| Credential Evaluation (If Required): For foreign degrees (e.g., via WES or ECE). |
| 4. Medical Examination (Required for AOS/Consular Processing) |
| ~$200–$500 (paid to a USCIS-approved civil surgeon or panel physician). |
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