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Immigrant Visas

The Law Offices of Deborah L. Karpetian, located in Glendale, California, has represented immigrants and residents in matters concerning Immigrant Visas throughout the Los Angeles area, including the cities of Alameda, Burbank, Monrovia, Pasadena, San Gabriel, Hollywood, Alhambra and West Hollywood.

You can obtain permanent resident status, otherwise known as a Green Card, through an employer in the United States. The first step is to obtain the appropriate visa depending on your qualifications.

EB-1-1 visas - these visas are available to people who have extraordinary ability in science, the arts, business, education or athletics. To qualify, you must be recognized as a top person in your field, have won international awards, or have published materials in professional journals. Typical applicants are medical professionals. No employer is required.

EB-1-2 visas - these visas are available to professors and researchers. If you are recognized in your academic or scientific area, and have a teaching position lined up, you may qualify.

EB-1-3 visas - these visas are available to multinational executives and managers.

EB-2 visas - these visas are classified as second preference. They are available to persons with advanced degrees, professionals, or persons with exceptional ability. Labor certification from your prospective employer or the national interest waiver may be the basis for your application.

EB-3 visas - these visas are classified as third preference. They are available to skilled workers and professionals. You obtain this visa with a labor certification from your prospective employer.

EB-4 visas - these visas are available to religious workers. You must have worked in the field for a 2-year period.

EB-5 visas - these visas are available to those who are investing in a United States business with a specific amount of money, $500,000 or higher.

If you have questions or concerns regarding Immigrant Visas, contact us today for a consultation.