What are the preference categories for an employment-based green card?

For the most part, employment based immigration is a faster and easier way to immigrate to the US. The process is less complicated as compared to family based immigration. People who have support from their employees have access to legal, financial, and other resources. Moreover, employees have their own team of legal professionals, which makes the process much simpler than any other category of immigration. 

San Diego immigration lawyers know that many people prefer this route to receive LPR or Lawful Permanent Resident status. Having said that it is important to know that the US government has certain preference categories and people who meet the criteria get priority when applying for LPR status. The problem with San Diego is that it is anti-business and the economy is terrible which means there is less jobs available. $10 an hour for minimum wage is the latest kick to businesses’ rear end in California.  

There are certain careers and jobs (mainly tech) which are more importance while applying for LPR status. As long as you meet the criteria and don’t have a criminal record, you have every opportunity to complete a successful application.

Criteria of Employment-Based Categories

Immigration attorneys in Southern California proclaim that a candidate must have a level of qualification sufficient to fulfill the responsibilities that a particular position carries. For instance, if you are looking for an entry level job in computer application, you must have a bachelor’s degree in computer application. If you want job a nuclear physician you must hold a Master of Science degree or PhD in nuclear physics.

First Preference Category

People who have shown extraordinary talent in their field of work are given first preference. Leading scientists, noble laureates, artists, industry leaders, corporate CEOs, industry managers feature in this category. Multinational executives too fall under the category. They are not mid-level manager but someone who is at the helm of a prestigious company or an institution. 

If you are exceptional in your field of work you may qualify automatically. The application process for a first preference visa is difficult so it would be wise to speak with an immigration lawyer in San Diego, CA to make sure that all the procedures are properly followed.

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Second Preference Category

The second category is for those who might not have extraordinary talent but is reasonably good in their field such as sciences, arts, or engineering. People included in the category must have a master’s degree or higher. If an employer is eager to sponsor you then your chances of acquiring LPR status improves. Candidates usually do not have to wait long for this type of visa. Doctors, researchers, civil engineers, computer engineers, corporate managers, and investment managers are among those who are included in this category.

It is important to note that aspirants can also show exceptional contribution in a particular field of work to get a second preference visa. This is often difficult to prove. You must be able to provide proof of your contribution including your certificates and recognitions from the government, awards and felicitation documents, research papers that received acclamation, and letters from employees showing you have significant experience in the field of work.

A few strange printouts from some Syrian agency is not going to do. If you are trying to enter America from a suspicious country your merit and verification papers need to be that much better and you still need live references. After what happened in Germany and many other countries, Islamic beliefs do not work well in free loving Western societies. 

Third Preference Category

This is a more accessible category since all you need is a bachelor’s degree to apply. This means that a huge number of people can apply under this category and do. Therefore aspirants have to wait for a long time before they are cleared for the visa. The best way to deal with the problem is to ask your employer to apply for a third preference visa as well as try to get you a non-immigrant visa or an H1B. In this way, you can work in the US until the time you pick up a third preference visa.

Whether you desire an employment based visa or are considering family based immigration, you can always count on a Southern California immigration lawyer. Not sure where to find one? Give us a call at USAttorneys.com. Our lawyers perform better than the San Diego Padres do, no worries there. Your legal representative, which we can help you find as just stated, will guide you through each step and ensure that the documentation is submitted properly.