The EB-2 visa is a second preference employment-based visa available to non-U.S. citizens who possess an advanced degree or exceptional ability in their field. It is a green card option that allows qualified individuals to gain legal permanent residence in the United States. The EB-2 visa has three subcategories:

• EB-2A Visa (Advanced Degree): This subcategory applies to foreign individuals with an advanced degree beyond a U.S. bachelor’s degree, including master’s degrees, doctoral degrees, or foreign equivalents.

• EB-2B Visa (Exceptional Ability): This subcategory applies to foreign workers with exceptional ability in their area of specialization, including those who have a specialized degree and significant proficiency in art, business, or science.

• EB-2C Visa (National Interest Waiver): This subcategory allows individuals to get an EB-2 visa without having an employer. It is a method of getting an EB-2 visa for those who can prove their exceptional ability in their particular field, whether the sciences, arts, medicine, business, or athletics.

To apply for an EB-2 visa, an employer must obtain a certified Application for Permanent Employment Certification (ETA Form 9089) from the Department of Labor before filing the Form I-140, Petition for Alien Worker with USCIS. The process also requires documentation and evidence to prove the applicants eligibility, including proof of education, work experience, and national importance of the applicants skill and occupation. The cost of filing an EB-2 visa application varies depending on the situation and the applicants location.