Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Business – Digital Transformation
Role: Co-Founder & CEO
Employer: Self-Petitioned
Location: United States
RFE: Yes
Status: Approved
A U.S.-based Co-Founder and CEO specializing in digital transformation filed an EB-1A petition to continue leading innovative projects and scale entrepreneurial ventures in the American market. The case required overcoming an RFE, which meant providing stronger evidence of both extraordinary ability and sustained impact. With Multiple awards and distinguished memberships, the petition had solid foundation.
The petition highlighted the applicant’s leadership in founding and scaling a successful startup, international recognition in driving digital innovation, and a proven record of influencing business transformation at a global level. Additional evidence demonstrated the applicant’s pivotal role in shaping strategy, securing investment, and steering organizations toward long-term growth.
Despite the RFE challenge, the EB-1A petition was ultimately approved. This approval reinforced the applicant’s standing as a recognized leader in digital transformation and secured the ability to continue driving innovation and business growth in the United States.
Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Science – Augmented & Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
Role: Researcher/Technologist
Employer: Adobe
Location: United States
RFE: Yes
Status: Approved
A U.S.-based AR/VR expert working with Adobe filed for an EB-1A petition to establish themselves as a leader in immersive technologies. The petition needed to overcome both an RFE and a demanding evidentiary threshold to demonstrate extraordinary ability.
The case showcased the applicant’s groundbreaking research in AR/VR platforms, patents, publications in high-impact journals, and contributions to commercial projects at Adobe that have shaped industry practices. The RFE response strengthened the case by adding further evidence of citations, invited talks at top conferences, and collaborations with leading researchers worldwide.
The petition was ultimately approved, validating the applicant’s extraordinary ability in AR/VR. This approval allowed the technologist to continue spearheading innovation at Adobe and contribute to the advancement of immersive technologies across the U.S. tech sector.
Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Science – Cloud Computing
Role: Researcher/ Dean
Employer: Self-Petitioned
Location: Pakistan
RFE: No
Status: Submitted
A Pakistan-based researcher specializing in cloud computing submitted a self-petitioned EB-1A petition to continue advancing scalable, secure, and energy-efficient cloud systems. The petition emphasized contributions to distributed systems, cloud resource optimization, and publications in internationally recognized journals.
The applicant’s work had attracted numerous citations and positioned them as a key contributor to the global conversation on improving cloud computing infrastructure. The petition also highlighted invited conference talks, peer-review contributions, and research collaborations that demonstrated international recognition.
The petition has been filed and is currently under review by USCIS, with a decision pending. Approval would allow the researcher to continue advancing cloud computing solutions in the
United States.
Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Science – Wearable Technology
Role: Technologist/Researcher
Employer: Meta
Location: United States
RFE: No
Status: Approved
An expert in wearable technology employed at Meta submitted an EB-1A petition to demonstrate extraordinary ability in designing next-generation wearable devices and human-computer interaction systems. The petition highlighted the applicant’s role in pioneering innovations that integrate hardware, software, and user-centric design.
Evidence included patents, publications, product launches, and industry recognition, all underscoring the applicant’s leadership in the wearable technology field. The case also emphasized the national importance of advancing wearable devices for health, productivity, and communication in the U.S.
The petition has been approved and would enable the applicant to continue leading innovation at Meta and strengthen U.S. leadership in wearable technology.
Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Science – Aviation
Role: Independent Consultant
Employer: Self-Petitioned
Location: United States
RFE: Yes
Status: Approved
A British- Thai Pilot (An aviation consultant) and Guinness World Record holder sought EB-1A approval after a previous denial with another attorney. The challenge was not only to establish extraordinary ability but also to overcome skepticism due to the earlier rejection.
The petition highlighted the applicant’s world record achievement, international recognition for aviation expertise, and significant contributions to flight safety and industry best practices.
Evidence included press coverage, records of speaking engagements, and consulting roles with leading aviation organizations. A strong Business Plan formed the core of the petition.
Despite the complexities and an RFE, the case was successfully approved, marking a hard-won victory. This approval allowed the consultant to continue advancing aviation innovation in the United States and demonstrated that even previously denied cases can be turned around with a strong strategy.
Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Business – Sustainable Development
Role: Co-Founder & CEO
Employer: Self-Petitioned
Location: Indonesia
RFE: No
Status: Approved
An Indonesian Co-Founder and CEO specializing in sustainable development is pursuing an EB- 1A petition to establish extraordinary ability in advancing eco-friendly business practices. The applicant has spearheaded initiatives that promote sustainability in emerging markets, with measurable impact on both environmental and social outcomes.
The petition is focused on showcasing the applicant’s international recognition, leadership in sustainability projects, publications, and invited contributions to industry panels. By emphasizing the importance of sustainable business growth in the United States, the case aims to align the applicant’s expertise with national interest.
Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Science – Large-Scale Technology Implementation & Digital Infrastructure Integration
Role: Independent Consultant
Employer: Self-Petitioned
Location: United States
RFE: No
Status: Approved
An independent consultant in the United States specializing in large-scale technology implementation and digital infrastructure integration is preparing an EB-1A petition. With a career focused on advancing enterprise-level digital transformation projects, the applicant has demonstrated leadership in integrating innovative solutions across diverse industries.
The petition emphasizes the consultant’s critical leadership roles, invited speaking engagements, and recognized contributions to technology adoption strategies. The case aims to show extraordinary ability by highlighting the measurable impact of the applicant’s work on critical infrastructure systems in the U.S. and abroad and was approved without RFE.
Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Science – Pharmaceutical Research
Role: Researcher
Employer: Self-Petitioned
Location: Egypt
RFE: Yes
Status: Approved
A pharmaceutical scientist based in Egypt is pursuing an EB-1A petition to establish extraordinary ability in drug discovery and therapeutic innovation. The applicant’s research focuses on advancing pharmaceutical solutions with real-world applications in healthcare.
The petition highlights the scientist’s publications in top-tier journals, citation record, invited conference presentations, and leadership in collaborative research projects. An RFE response is currently being prepared, strengthening the case with additional evidence of international recognition and the significance of the applicant’s findings.
Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Arts – Dance
Role: Dancer
Employer: Self-Petitioned
Location: Ukraine
A Ukraine-based dancer is preparing an EB-1A petition to demonstrate extraordinary ability in the performing arts. The applicant has performed internationally, received recognition for excellence in dance, and collaborated with prestigious institutions.
The petition emphasized awards, press features, participation in international performances, and the dancer’s influence as a choreographer and mentor.
Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Science – Data Science
Role: Researcher/Technologist
Employer: Google
Location: US
RFE: No
A data scientist at Google is preparing to pursue an EB-1A petition to establish extraordinary ability in the field of data science and machine learning. The applicant’s work focuses on building scalable AI systems and data-driven solutions that have been integrated into products impacting millions of users worldwide.
The forthcoming petition emphasized publications, high-impact project leadership, and recognition within the AI and data science community as part of the accelerator program. The case was structured to demonstrate the applicant’s extraordinary contributions to Google’s global platforms and their influence in advancing data science methodologies.
Category: EB-1A (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Field: Science – Psychology
Role: Co-Founder & CEO
Employer: Self-Petitioned
Location: Egypt
RFE: Yes
Status: Approved
A psychology researcher and entrepreneur based in Egypt is preparing an EB-1A petition as Co-Founder & CEO of a psychology-focused enterprise. The applicant has made significant contributions to the understanding of human behavior, with research applied in both academic and clinical contexts.
The petition highlights publications, invited lectures, leadership in professional associations, and recognition for advancing psychological science. A strong business plan with focus on sustained work in the filed of work strengthened the petition.
