EB-4 Visa

EB-4 Visa Overview

EB-4 Visa Overview

EB-4 Categories

  • Religious Workers:
    • Ministers of Religion: Individuals who are clergy or ministers within their religious denomination.
    • Professional Religious Workers: Individuals working in a professional capacity within a religious vocation or occupation (requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
    • Religious Workers: Individuals working in a religious vocation or occupation for a religious organization or its nonprofit affiliate.
  • Employees and Former Employees of the U.S. Government Abroad: Foreign nationals who have worked for the U.S. Government abroad and meet specific criteria.

Steps to Apply

Form I-360 Filing

Your employer or religious organization must file Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant, with the USCIS Regional Service Center that has jurisdiction over your employment location.

Additional Documentation

Along with Form I-360, you must provide supporting documents relevant to your specific category:

  • For Religious Workers:
    • Proof that the religious organization is a nonprofit entity.
    • A letter from an official of the religious organization in the U.S. confirming:
      • Your membership in the denomination for at least two years.
      • Your two years of experience in your vocation or occupation.
      • Details about your specific vocation or occupation.
      • Information on how you will be compensated and confirmation that you do not intend to supplement your income with a second job or rely on charity.
  • For Employees and Former Employees of the U.S. Government Abroad:
    • Documentation of employment with the U.S. Government abroad.
    • Evidence of fulfilling specific eligibility requirements for this category.

Documents Required

For Religious Workers

  • Proof of Non-Profit Status: Show that the religious organization is a nonprofit entity. This can be demonstrated through IRS documentation or other relevant proofs.
  • Letter from Religious Organization: The letter should be detailed and include:
    • Confirmation of your membership and experience.
    • Description of your vocation or occupation.
    • Information on your salary and assurance that you will not depend on charity or a second job.
  • Evidence of Experience: Documentation of your work experience, education (for professional religious workers), and your role within the organization.

For Employees and Former Employees of the U.S. Government Abroad

  • Proof of Employment: Provide evidence of your employment and adherence to specific eligibility requirements.
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