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Academics and Researchers

Maryland, Immigration Lawyers Helping Academics and Researchers

Academics and researchers who want to visit the United States or work here permanently may have several immigration options. At the Law Offices of Marc D. Schifanelli, located in Annapolis, Maryland, we can help you understand these options. Our two well-qualified immigration attorneys, Marc Schifanelli and Mala Malhotra, can walk you through the process of obtaining your visa or permanent residency status. To talk to us about your concerns, contact our office at (866) 451-2176 in Annapolis.

Aliens of Extraordinary Ability

When you have shown extraordinary scientific, scholarly, artistic, athletic or business-related contributions of major significance in your field, you may be able to obtain permanent resident status (“green card”) based on your extraordinary or exceptional ability. At the Law Offices of Marc D. Schifanelli, we can guide you through the complex application process. To show your ability in your field, you may need to provide evidence of your accomplishments:

  • Publications about you and your work
  • Showcases, exhibitions or displays of your work
  • Contributions you have made
  • Published scholarly articles in major publications
  • Critical leadership roles
  • Successful sales of your work
  • National or international recognition of your work
  • Membership in exclusive associations

If your evidence doesn't meet the government standards, you run the risk of your visa application being delayed or denied. It is important to work with a law firm that knows United States immigration law. At the Law Offices of Marc D. Schifanelli, we have in-depth knowledge of visa requirements for students, academics and researchers. We have served clients working at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Johns Hopkins.

National Interest Waivers

Often, people need sponsors, but sometimes, depending on your status, you may be able to sponsor yourself. You may also be able to obtain a national interest waiver granting permanent residence status without an employment offer if they can show that this status will be in the best national interest.

To talk with us about your options and accomplishments, call the Law Offices of Marc D. Schifanelli at (866) 451-2176 in Annapolis. Our friendly office staff can schedule a consultation for you to speak with one of our immigration attorneys.