Find and plan your U.S. immigration pathway.

Every path starts with a free evaluation of your record. Bring in an attorney whenever you want one.

Green cards

Permanent residence. You file on your own behalf, with no employer needed.

NIW

If your work can benefit the U.S., you can propose it and apply on your own, no employer needed.

All 3 prongs

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EB-1A

If you are among the best in your field, you can apply on your own, no employer needed.

Any 3 of 10 criteria

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Work visas

Temporary permission to work, filed for you by a U.S. employer or agent.

O-1A

For top talent in science, education, business, or athletics. A U.S. employer or agent files it for you.

Any 3 of 8 criteria

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O-1B

For top talent in the arts, film, and television. A U.S. employer or agent files it for you.

Any 3 of 6 criteria

Many people do both: an O-1A to start working here, and a green card in parallel. Every evaluation is free, so if two look plausible, run both.

Free tools

Visa Bulletin

Priority date cutoffs and trends.

Priority Date estimator

Estimate your wait from real movement.

Immigration calculators

OPT, STEM, H-1B, PERM, and more.

Papers provides tools for immigration preparation, not legal advice. Consult a qualified immigration attorney for legal advice. USCIS makes the final decision; no outcome can be guaranteed.