| Frequently Asked Questions |
Your Immigration Questions Answered by VisaPro.
Here, you will find detailed answers to many of most common immigration questions. |  |
| 15. | Where should I file my E-1 visa application? | | | |
| | | • | If you are in a lawful status in the U.S.,
submit the visa application to a USCIS field office in the U.S. |  | | • |
If you are outside the U.S., submit the visa application to the U.S. consular office in your home country |
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| 16. | What is the processing time for E-1 treaty trader visa? |
| | | | | The processing time for E-1 treaty trader visa is generally between two and four weeks from the filing of the application. This may vary depending upon the work load in the consulates. |
| 17. | Can I apply for Green Card while on E-1 visa? | | | |
| | Yes, you may apply for Green Card while in the U.S. through the following options: | | |  |
| | | • | Family Based Immigration:
If you have close relatives who are U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents, the relatives may file an immigration petition for you as the beneficiary | | | •
| Employment Based Immigration (Labor Certification): You can attain immigrant status through employment-based immigration. You may find an employer who is willing to file a Labor Certificate for you with the DOL |
| | • | EB-1: You may also file an immigration petition based on the classification of 'Alien of Extraordinary Ability' - EB-1(A) or 'Multinational Executive or Manager' -
EB-1(C) | | | • | National Interest Waiver:
You can also file an immigration petition through a National Interest Waiver (NIW). National Interest Waivers are available to foreign nationals who are seeking work in a profession and who have an advanced degree (or equivalent experience) or can prove themselves as 'aliens of exceptional ability' |
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