Blog
Explore practical guides that explain how Porttus.AI approaches employment-based immigration. These articles cover evidence strategies, USCIS expectations, and how to position your accomplishments for a strong petition.
Data
EB-1A approvals fell from 74.7% to 32.2% between Q1 FY25 and Q3 FY26, while NIW recovered to 55.3% and O approvals stayed above 90%. What the numbers show and what they do not.
Costs
Itemized USCIS fees for a self-filed EB-1A or NIW in 2026, what premium processing buys, and what sits outside the government invoice.
Policy
USCIS Policy Alert PA-2026-05 (5 Aug 2026) restores officers' discretion to deny without first issuing an RFE. What changed and an 8-point checklist to run before filing.
Founders
O approvals stay above 90% while EB-1A fell to 32%. When O-1A fits founders, what the DHS proposal on extensions says, and how it leads to a green card.
Visa Bulletin
EB-2 for most countries moved from Current to 01 JAN 2025. What changes for NIW filers, and what does not.
Comparison
Understand the criteria, timelines, and career profiles for both categories to decide which petition type matches your background.
Guide
Learn five signals USCIS looks for—from measurable impact to expert recognition—to evaluate if you are ready for a self-petitioned EB-1A or EB-2 NIW case.
Guide
Follow a clear step-by-step plan to self petition for a U.S. green card under EB1-A or EB-2 NIW. Learn what evidence to collect, how to file, and how long the process takes.
Guide
Learn how long the EB-1A and EB-2 NIW green card process takes in 2025. Understand each phase, from evidence gathering to I-140 processing to Adjustment of Status or consular processing, and what you can expect.
Guide
Learn how USCIS evaluates the most common EB-1A evidence. Understand which achievements matter, how to document them, and common issues to avoid.
