At Green and Spiegel U.S., our experienced immigration attorneys are at the forefront of helping accomplished scientists secure O-1 Visas, tailored for individuals with extraordinary ability or achievement. By leveraging extensive knowledge of immigration law, our team develops personalized strategies to showcase the achievements of highly skilled professionals, enabling them to contribute to the U.S. scientific community. From guiding clients through the complex petition process to ensuring their qualifications meet O-1 standards, we are committed to advancing the careers of international talent in STEM fields.
Per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, "The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for the individual who possesses extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who has a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally or internationally for those achievements." Below are two articles written by Dan Berger, Jonathan Grode, and Amy Nice.
To support international STEM students and scholars navigating U.S. immigration, institutions of higher education can take four steps: provide education on immigration processes, encourage senior researchers to mentor junior talent, offer advanced degrees earlier in doctoral programs, and ensure that campus-based journals and conferences supply useful documentation for immigration petitions. These efforts align with mentoring and career development while helping foreign-born students meet immigration requirements and secure professional recognition. Read the full article, "How to Support STEM International Students and Scholars in U.S. Immigration" on Institute for Progress.
To help scientific professionals navigate U.S. immigration challenges, the Immigration Partnership for Science (IFP) suggests three key actions for science organizations: advocate for immigration policies that support international scientists, educate members on immigration procedures, and establish direct support programs for scientists in need. By collaborating with government agencies and providing resources, these organizations can help skilled professionals retain their visas and continue contributing to scientific advancements in the U.S. Read the full article, "The Role of Scholarly Publications in Obtaining Immigration Benefits", also on Institute for Progress.
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