For EB-1B, what if you are an adjunct professor with a 2-year contract but indefinite renewal?

The EB-1B recognizes outstanding professors and researchers of international reputation and opens a path to permanent residence in the United States. One of its key requirements is a job offer of a permanent or long-term nature, and that is exactly where your question about the contract comes in.

An adjunct professor contract with a defined initial term but indefinite renewal is not automatically a problem. What matters is demonstrating that, in practice, the position functions as permanent or long-term. The prospect of ongoing renewal can be read as a sign of the institution’s lasting commitment, provided that is well documented.

• A letter from the institution clearly stating its intent to maintain the employment relationship.
• Records showing the continuous and stable nature of the position.
• Evidence of your international recognition and the relevance of your work.

The criteria look not only at the formal contract term, but also at the nature of the employment and your track record. Since the review is detailed and conducted on a case-by-case basis, it is worth documenting this continuity carefully with a specialist and checking the updated requirements with USCIS.

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