Home Services United States – EB-2 Visa Application Package (Green Card for Advance Ability Professional) Procedures and Fees
EB-2 STAGES |
Service, Administration, Legal + [Excluded Filing and Other Fees] |
1) PERM Labor Certificate (at employer’s cost) |
- USD8,800 (Upfront) - USD200 expenses (Upfront) + [Recruitment advertising costs (TBD). Note: monster.com for one-off hiring: USD249/month (as of Dec. 2021)
Where applicable: - USD1,500 fee for standard audit (recruitment related only); or - USD2,500 for complex audit (more than recruitment) |
STAGE-1 FEE TOTAL: USD9,000 |
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2) Immigrant Petition (Green Card) I-140 |
- USD4,300 - USD200 expenses + USD700 USCIS filing fee
Optional: USD2,500 USCIS expedited processing fee |
STAGE-2 FEE TOTAL: USD4,500 |
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3) Adjustment of Status (AOS) I-485 |
- USD2,500/adult - USD1,500/child - USD200 expenses |
Apply from within U.S.: + Filing fee of USD1,225 per person (e.g., spouse/children)
Apply from abroad: + Filing fee USD345+USD220 green card fee per person (e.g., spouse/child) |
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STAGE-3 FEE TOTAL (1 adult): USD2,700
TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE= USD16,200 |
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Continuous advice regarding the application for EB-2 visa in the United States; |
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Assistance with gathering and preparation of the required documents; |
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Review of application documents prepared by applicant(s) and employing company; |
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Drafting of authorization letter(s) and application form(s); |
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Assistance with obtaining the Prevailing Wage Determination (PWD); |
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Filing of PERM application; |
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Assistance with recruitment exercise and preparation of related documents; |
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Respond to audits, if any (supplementary legal fees apply); |
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Legal representation for the purpose of the EB-2 visa application; |
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Submission of immigration petition package to the USCIS and relevant U.S. government agencies; |
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Liaison with the USCIS and U.S. government agencies regarding the application; |
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Respond to Request For Evidence (RFE) from the USCIS, if any (supplementary legal fees may apply, depending on complexity); |
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Regular reporting of application status to the client; |
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Interview preparation of client at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate (supplementary legal fees may apply); |
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Visa Application Processing at the U.S. Embassy (where applicable) after approval. |
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The fees quoted above exclude the government fees, which are subject to change without prior notice. |
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Premium processing service is available for an extra fee of USD2,500 (15 calendar days processing time on USCIS’ end). |
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In the event of a request for additional evidence (RFE) from the USCIS, an administration fee of USD1,000 plus legal fees will apply for the preparation of a RFE response. Legal fees will vary depending on the complexity of the RFE. |
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The fees stated are exclusive of delivery charges and notarization fees, if any. |
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The fees stated exclude documents translation fees. Please contact us for a quotation if you wish to employ us for the translation of documents. |
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Medical examination and mandatory vaccinations fees are excluded. |
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Obtain a Prevailing Wage Determination (PWD); |
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Apply for Program Electronic Review Management (PERM); |
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Proof of its ability to pay the foreign worker’s salary and that the foreign worker qualifies for the intended position. |
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There are 3 sub-categories within this category and the beneficiary must be eligible under one of the following groups:
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The beneficiary must hold a labor certification and a job offer unless it is waived under the NIW (16:19). |
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Most recent corporate federal tax return (including all schedules) |
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Articles of Incorporation |
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IRS letter confirming FEIN (147C Letter) |
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Copy of worker’s most recent W-2 with same employer (if currently employed there) |
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Worker’s updated one page resume (with exact dates of past employment) |
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Passport(s) valid for six months beyond the intended date of entry into the United States |
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Two (2) 2x2 photographs |
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Civil Documents for the applicant (e.g., birth and marriage certificates) [*Note (1)] |
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Financial Support |
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Labour certification (if applicable) |
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Updated one-page resume (with exact dates of past employment) |
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Supporting documentation that the beneficiary meets the job requirements |
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Supporting documentation regarding applicant’s ability to pay |
(9) | Completed Medical Examination Forms |
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Marriage termination documentation of EACH prior marriage, e.g., final divorce decree, death certificate, annulment papers, etc. (if applicable) |
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Court and Prison Records (if applicable) |
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Deportation documentation if you have been previously deported or removed from the U.S. at government expense (if applicable) |
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Military Records (if applicable) (check here) |
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Financial Support to show that you will not become a public charge in the U.S. |
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Police Certificate obtained from the local police authority |
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For Advanced Degree: (a) An official academic record of U.S. advanced degree or a foreign equivalent degree, OR (b) An official academic record of holding a U.S. baccalaureate degree or a foreign equivalent degree + letters from current or former employers showing that the beneficiary(s) has at least 5 years of progressive post-baccalaureate work experience in the specialty (c) If a doctoral degree is customarily required, you must have a United States doctorate or foreign equivalent degree |
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For Exceptional Ability (a) Official academic record showing that beneficiary(s) have a degree, diploma, certificate, or similar award from a college, university, school, or other institution of learning relating to the area of exceptional ability (b) Letters documenting at least 10 years of full-time experience in beneficiary(s)’ occupation from current or former employers (c) A license to practice the profession or certification for particular profession or occupation (d) Evidence that beneficiary(s)’ has commanded a salary or other remuneration for services that demonstrates exceptional ability (e) Evidence of Membership in a professional association(s) (f) Evidence of recognition for achievements and significant contributions to industry or field by peers, government entities, professional or business associations (g) Other comparable evidence of eligibility is also acceptable |
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For National Interest Waiver (NIW) (a) Evidence of an advanced degree or exceptional ability (b) The proposed endeavor has both substantial merit and national importance (c) Evidence of beneficiary is well-positioned to advance the proposed endeavor (d) Supporting document of being beneficial if the United States waive the requirements of a job offer and thus the labor certification |
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Passport Biological Page |
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Documents to Establish Relationship with the Beneficiary (Notarial Birth Certificate and Marriage Certificate) |
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Police Certificates (for each applicant aged 16 or older) |
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Adoption Documentation (if applicable) |
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All required documents must be in English or accompanied by a certified translation into English. |
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Legible photocopies and the original civil documents, and any required translations are required at the time of the immigrant visa interview. |
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USCIS reserves the right to demand further documents from the applicant or employing company as and when necessary. |