Unemployed? Can YOU Still Get An EB1A Green Card?

Описание: In this video, I break down a common question: Do you have to be currently employed to apply for the EB1A green card?

Here’s the short answer: No, there is no legal requirement to be working or employed by a sponsoring employer to apply for EB1A. You can even self-petition without a job. However, having a current job that clearly demonstrates your extraordinary ability in your field makes your case much stronger and easier for USCIS to approve.

I also discuss scenarios like being between jobs, on parental leave, or working in seasonal or contract roles (like performers, musicians, or actors) — and how those situations affect your petition. Additionally, I explain why, if you’re outside the U.S., obtaining an O-1 visa first can be a strategic move while pursuing your EB-1A green card.

Whether you’re employed, unemployed, or self-employed, this video will help you understand your options and how to strengthen your EB1A petition.

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Unemployed? Can YOU Still Get An EB1A Green Card?

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 No Legal Requirement for Current Employment
00:27 Why Having a Job Strengthens Your Case
01:07 What If You’re Completely Unemployed?
01:53 EB1A for Performers, Artists & Contract Workers
02:30 Consider an O-1 Visa First (and Why It Helps EB1A)

Are you currently unemployed but still wondering if you can apply for the prestigious EB1A green card? In this video, U.S. immigration lawyer Loren Locke breaks down the EB1A visa process and answers a critical question: Do you need a job or an employer to qualify for EB1A? Whether you're in the U.S. or abroad, this guide offers valuable insights into how to get an EB1A green card without an employer.

Many professionals believe that being unemployed disqualifies them from the EB1A self-petition process, but that’s simply not true. Loren explains how your achievements, contracts, or seasonal work in your field of extraordinary ability can still qualify you under EB1A requirements 2025. He also compares EB1A with the O-1 visa and how they can complement each other in your US immigration journey.

If you're looking for expert advice on how to get EB1A green card, EB1A self-sponsored green card, or if you want to better understand EB1A green card approval strategies, this video is a must-watch. Get the facts straight from a trusted US immigration lawyer and prepare your EB1A petition the right way in 2025!

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