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Processing Time
~9 months (standard), 15 business days (premium)
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Cost
$1,055 base + $600 asylum fee + optional $2,965 premium
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Duration
Up to 3 years initial, unlimited 1-year extensions
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Work Rights
Can work for multiple employers listed on petition
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Path to Permanent Residence
Yes
Requirements
- 1Extraordinary ability in field
- 2Major award OR meet 3+ of 8 criteria
- 3US employment in area of extraordinary ability
- 4Written advisory opinion (O1B required, O1A recommended)
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