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19 Mar 2025

Does My Salary Meet EB1A Criteria? Here’s the Real Answer.

As 2025 came to a close, immigration uncertainty did not slow down, it intensified. In a year-end YouTube live session, immigration attorney Sharif Silmi addressed what many highly skilled professionals are quietly experiencing: More scrutiny. More unpredictability. And more pressure, ...
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December 31, 2025

2026 Immigration Outlook: What USCIS Strategy Really Requires Now

As 2025 came to a close, immigration uncertainty did not slow down, it intensified. In a year-end YouTube live session, immigration attorney Sharif Silmi addressed what many highly skilled professionals...

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December 22, 2025

EB-1A Critical Role Does Not Require Working Alone: How Team-Based Contributions Satisfy USCIS Standards

One of the most common misconceptions I encounter in EB-1A cases is the belief that a beneficiary must have worked alone, or exercised formal managerial authority, to qualify under the...

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December 22, 2025

EB-1A Testimonial Letters: What USCIS Actually Looks For

USCIS does not approve EB-1A cases based on the number of testimonial letters submitted. Instead, adjudicators evaluate whether those letters demonstrate independent recognition, legal relevance, and alignment with the EB-1A...

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June 20, 2025

EB1A Crackdown: Why USCIS Is Revoking Petitions and How to Avoid the Trap

What Indian professionals in the U.S. need to know about fake credentials, profile-building scams, and how to build a winning EB1A case with real substance. A major controversy is unfolding...

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April 29, 2025

Why 2025 Is the Perfect Year to Become a U.S. Citizen

In our latest YouTube Live discussion, Managing Attorney Sharif Silmi broke down the state of Green Card holders and explained why naturalization should be your next strategic move. If you...

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March 19, 2025

Does My Salary Meet EB1A Criteria? Here’s the Real Answer.

Almost every single day for nearly a decade, I’ve received the same question from clients and prospective clients alike: “Does my salary meet the EB1A criteria?” At first glance, this might...

October 7, 2024

USCIS Announces New EB-1A Policy Updates: Key Changes as of October 2, 2024

On October 2, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released new policy guidance on the types of evidence considered for EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability) petitions. This update is particularly...

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August 29, 2024

Understanding What Constitutes a High Salary for EB1A Visa Criteria

When applying for an EB1A visa, one of the key criteria to focus upon in support of your application is demonstrating that you command a "high salary or other significantly...

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