Do you need more than 10 years of experience for the EB-2 NIW?

There is no minimum length of experience to qualify for the EB-2 NIW. This green card path assesses the relevance and impact of your work on the national interest of the United States, and not the number of years of career you have accumulated.

In practice, a professional with a shorter track record but expressive, well-documented achievements can build a case as strong as that of someone with a long career. The focus of the analysis is on what you accomplished and the reach of those contributions.

So, instead of counting only your time in the field, focus on demonstrating concrete results: high-impact projects, recognition in your area, and evidence that your work benefits the country. Since each case is assessed individually and the criteria can change, confirm the current requirements with the official source (USCIS) or a specialist.

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