EB-1A Green Card for Beauty Experts: This Case Proves It’s Possible!

Think the EB-1A “Extraordinary Ability” visa is only for scientists and tech gurus? Think again. In October 2024, a medical cosmetologist, beauty expert, and health services manager proved that even in the world of aesthetics, extraordinary ability can lead to U.S. immigration success. The Case: Beauty Expert vs. USCIS Our protagonist: a medical cosmetologist with … Read more

The ‘Sustained Acclaim’ Trap: How to Avoid EB-1A Denial and Prove You’re Truly Extraordinary

The EB-1A “Extraordinary Ability” visa is notoriously tough. You need to prove you’re at the very top of your field. But what happens when USCIS says you haven’t shown sustained national or international acclaim? That’s what happened in this November 2024 case—and here’s how the petitioner turned it around. The Setup: Economist vs. USCIS Our … Read more