Serial Entrepreneur Secures U.S. Green Card Through Dual EB1A-NIW Petition Strategy

Today we share a success story of an entrepreneurial client: through theEB1A (Immigrants of Outstanding Ability) and NIW (National Interest Waiver)Dual application strategy for successful approval of a U.S. green card!

Applicant Profile

Name: Mr. Y  

Age: Post-80s  

Education: Ph.D., graduated from a "double first-class" university in China.  

Client Background: Mr. Y is an outstanding serial entrepreneur with rich business experience and deep insights into hotel management operations and energy conservation. His company also holds a number of patents related to energy saving.However, Mr. Y lacks an academic background and has not published papers or journal articles.

Application Challenges and Difficulties

No academic publications : EB1A requires applicants to meet specific standards of achievement, often including academic papers or scientific research. 

Lack of media coverage and record of public contributions : This type of evidence is often used to demonstrate personal influence and social contribution, which Mr. Y did not accumulate at an early stage.

breaking point

When Mr. Y came to us, our team of lawyers conducted a thorough analysis. We concluded:  

His achievements in business management and environmental innovation are highly valuable resources. However, his application faces the challenge of insufficient evidence.We do not recommend "packaging" false documents, but rather developing a dual NIW and EB1A filing strategy through proper planning.

Dual Application Strategy Development

I. NIW Application Strategies
Advantage Analysis::

Multiple business successes: Demonstrates its excellence in business management and market operations, and shows that its experience can advance the U.S. economy. 

Energy saving and environmental protection patents: Fulfills the NIW "national interest" standard by demonstrating that the innovation is consistent with U.S. policy direction. 

Insights in the field of hospitality management: Demonstrates successes in sustainable business practices that can be effectively replicated in related U.S. industries.

a concrete strategy::

Testimonial support: Obtain testimonials from partners, clients and industry experts attesting to his contribution and impact.

Patent Value Analysis: Demonstrate the practical effectiveness of patents in improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions, and emphasize that they are in the U.S. national interest.  

Operation Case Support: Through specific examples of business operations, it illustrates how its management model can be replicated and scaled up in the U.S. to enhance the effectiveness of the industry. 

Highlighting Irreplaceability: Emphasizes the unique value of his technical and managerial experience in the U.S. market, which is difficult for others to replace.

EB1A Self-Improvement Strategies
promotion strategy::

media exposure: Contact trade magazines and environmental forums for interviews and coverage opportunities to showcase their achievements and innovations.  

Apply for industry awards: Participate in professional awards in the field of hospitality management and energy saving and environmental protection to enhance its industry reputation. 

Industry Presentations and Forum Participation: Actively speak at conferences and summits to further build your personal brand.

Publication of specialized books and articles: To increase professional impact by writing books and articles related to his/her field. 

Establishment of a unique management theory: A set of energy-efficient management model based on business operation experience has been refined as the highlight of the application.

Application Timeline

May 2023::

Client's initial consultation with a team of attorneys to develop a "dual application strategy" and plan the preparation of documents.

End of June 2023::

Submit your NIW application and request expedited processing.

Early August 2023::

NIW approved, priority date locked.

April 2024::

Client completes required EB1A supplements, including media coverage and industry award applications.

May 2024::

File an EB1A petition.

Early October 2024::

Building a competitive world-class enterprise

Advantages of a dual application strategy

Safeguard priority days: Even if EB1A is not approved, the NIW priority date can still be retained, ensuring that the applicant has a stable green card slot.  

Stage-by-Stage Enhancement: Clients can lock in scheduling first through NIW success, and then step up to EB1A-eligible materials and influence. 

risk control: NIW approvals are relatively lenient, and the dual-filing strategy reduces the risk of a single failed application.

summarize

Mr. Y's successful case demonstrates the unique advantages of the EB1A and NIW dual-filing strategy in immigration applications.Through the professional planning of the attorney team and the client's own efforts, he eventually succeeded in unlocking a new path to a U.S. green card.