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[proberts]

I would need to know more but it sounds like you would have a strong EB1A extraordinary ability green card application so I would just go this route. And the NIW route is very slow and the law oftentimes misapplied by USCIS so it's not necessarily an easier standard to meet.

[kilimci → proberts]

Thank you for your response!

I have actually contacted an immigration attorney and she said that I would have a strong case for NIW EB2 (not EB1) application.

However, I'm still not sure if I should go the OPT->H1B-> permanent resident route or apply to EB2 for a faster outcome.

I know that companies have lost interest in employing foreigners so the EB2 might come handy in the job search.

[proberts → kilimci]

I don't want to take issue with your attorney's assessment because she knows your background better but oftentimes people underestimate their EB1A qualifications and go down the wrong path.

[kilimci → proberts]

I see! Actually, her assessment was preliminary so I will research further into EB1. Who knows :)

Thank you very much for your time and response. Have a great day!

[proberts → kilimci]

Best of luck.