
Adjudicates the Form I-140 immigrant petition with NIW request, and Form I-485 (if filed inside the U.S.). Decides whether the proposed endeavor meets the three Dhanasar prongs.
Handles consular processing if you are outside the U.S. The National Visa Center processes the case after I-140 approval; embassies conduct the immigrant visa interview.
The Administrative Appeals Office reviews appeals. Matter of Dhanasar — the precedent establishing the current 3-prong NIW framework — was issued by the AAO in December 2016.
Provides regulated U.S. immigration advice and files the petition with USCIS. Tech Nomads is not a U.S. law firm — the engaged attorney handles the regulated work.
Qualify through an advanced degree — Master's, PhD, MD or foreign equivalent. A Bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressive post-bachelor's experience may also be treated as equivalent.
Qualify by proving exceptional ability in sciences, arts or business — usually through academic records, professional experience, licenses, high salary, memberships or recognition for significant contributions.
If you are in the U.S. on a valid status, you may be eligible to file Form I-485 to adjust to permanent resident status without leaving the country.
If you are outside the U.S., the process continues through the U.S. National Visa Center and a consular interview at a U.S. embassy or consulate.
