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Temporary visa or green card: how they differ

The O-1 is a temporary work visa that needs a U.S. employer or agent; the EB-1A is a green card you can file for yourself. The evidence overlaps, so many people file an O-1 first and an EB-1A later. This page is general information, not legal advice.

O-1 (temporary)

USCIS: O-1 visaEligibility and evidenceForm I-129Petition filed by the employer or agentPremium processingA decision in 15 business days

EB-1A (green card)

USCIS: EB-1 overviewSelf-petition, no job offer neededVisa BulletinCheck if your priority date is currentUSCIS Policy Manual: extraordinary abilityHow officers evaluate the criteria

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