Is there an annual cap for EB-1?

Yes. Like all other employment-based immigration categories, EB-1 is subject to annual numerical limits set by the U.S. immigration system. In other words, the number of visas available each year is not unlimited.

In practice, what differs from one category to another is the balance between supply and demand. Because EB-1 brings together first-preference profiles, availability is closely tracked through the Visa Bulletin, published by the Department of State, which shows how the queue is moving by priority date.

Keep in mind that the numbers, queues, and allocation rules can shift over time and with changes in demand. For that reason, it would not be appropriate to state a fixed figure here.

To check current availability at the time of your case, the right approach is to consult the official Visa Bulletin and USCIS guidance, ideally with the support of a qualified specialist.

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