EB-1 vs EB-2 Green Card Path Comparison

Compare EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW, and EB-2 PERM green card paths. Processing times, requirements, and interactive profiler for Indian nationals.

What This Tool Shows You

EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability): self-petition, no PERM, currently available for India
EB-1B (Outstanding Professor/Researcher): employer-sponsored, no PERM
EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver): self-petition, no PERM, current for India
EB-2 PERM: requires labor certification — 80–100+ year wait for India
EB-1A or EB-2 NIW + premium processing = fastest path from H1B to green card