{"id":41,"date":"2012-02-19T17:10:45","date_gmt":"2012-02-19T17:10:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/?page_id=41"},"modified":"2026-08-26T16:33:16","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T15:33:16","slug":"immigrant-visa-types","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/immigrant-visa-types\/","title":{"rendered":"US Green Cards and Immigrant Visas for Clients in Ireland"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;100&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787756850614{background-color: #F2F2F2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>US Green Card Services and Support with Permanent Residency Applications<\/h2>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p>The most common US immigrant visa types that allow individuals to immigrate permanently to the US are <strong>employment<\/strong>, <strong>investment<\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/immigrant-visa-types\/family-based-immigrant-visas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>family-based<\/strong><\/a> visa categories.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p>In most cases, to immigrate permanently to the US a person will need to be sponsored by an an American employer or an immediate family member who is a US citizen or lawful permanent resident. There are also some categories that allow a person to apply without a sponsor if they have extraordinary ability in a specific field, or if the person is working in an area that is in the American national interest.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/div>\n<p>Other immigrant visa options are available for asylees, refugees and winners of the Diversity Visa Lottery.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;95830&#8243; img_size=&#8221;500 x 200&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;80&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787743822733{background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">US green cards and immigrant visas for clients in Ireland<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">You may already be working with a US employer. Your company may want you in the United States permanently. You may have built a career that could support an employment-based petition. Or you may be moving to join a US citizen or permanent resident family member.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The first question is whether you have a route to permanent residence.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Flynn Hodkinson advises individuals, families and companies in Ireland on US immigrant visas, employment-based immigration and family-based permanent residence.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">An immigrant visa allows a qualifying applicant outside the United States to travel to the US and seek admission as a lawful permanent resident. After admission, the person can receive a Permanent Resident Card, commonly known as a green card.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/d\/cxnn-7df-5jx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"text-token-text-primary cursor-text rounded-sm\" data-placeholder-token=\"true\">Discuss your permanent US immigration options<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;80&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787756870475{background-color: #F2F2F2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">How can someone living in Ireland get a US green card?<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">There is no single green card route for people living in Ireland.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Permanent residence may be available through:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>employment;<\/li>\n<li>a qualifying family relationship;<\/li>\n<li>extraordinary ability;<\/li>\n<li>a national interest waiver;<\/li>\n<li>multinational executive or managerial employment;<\/li>\n<li>other specific immigrant classifications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The correct route depends on your qualifications, employment, family relationships and long-term plans.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Some cases require a US employer or family member to file a petition. Other employment-based categories allow qualifying applicants to file for themselves.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;80&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787758001830{background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Employment-based green cards for clients in Ireland<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">US immigration law provides several employment-based immigrant preference categories.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">For professionals, executives, researchers, business leaders and other highly qualified applicants, the categories most commonly considered include EB-1, EB-2 and EB-3.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The right category depends on the individual&#8217;s background and, in many cases, the proposed US employment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h3>EB-1: priority workers<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The EB-1 category covers three distinct groups:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>individuals with extraordinary ability;<\/li>\n<li>outstanding professors and researchers;<\/li>\n<li>certain multinational executives and managers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The requirements are different for each group.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>EB-1A extraordinary ability<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">EB-1A may be available to someone who can demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim in the sciences, arts, education, business or athletics.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A US job offer is not required for EB-1A, and a qualifying applicant may file their own immigrant petition.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The standard is demanding. A successful career, senior title or strong professional reputation does not automatically establish extraordinary ability. The evidence must satisfy the applicable legal requirements.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>EB-1B outstanding professors and researchers<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">EB-1B is available to certain internationally recognised professors and researchers.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Unlike EB-1A, this category requires qualifying employment in the United States and an employer-filed immigrant petition.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The individual&#8217;s research or academic record and the proposed US position both require analysis.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>EB-1C multinational executives and managers<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">EB-1C may be relevant when a multinational business wants to transfer or retain a qualifying executive or manager permanently in the United States.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This route can be particularly important for Irish companies with established US operations.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The relationship between the Irish and US businesses, the employee&#8217;s qualifying overseas employment and the proposed US managerial or executive role must meet the requirements.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">An executive who initially moves to the United States using an L-1A may later have an EB-1C route to permanent residence, but the two classifications have separate requirements.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>EB-2: advanced degree and exceptional ability<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">EB-2 may be available to:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>members of professions holding an advanced degree or its equivalent; or<\/li>\n<li>individuals with exceptional ability in the sciences, arts or business.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Many EB-2 cases involve an employer-sponsored process and may require labour certification before the immigrant petition is filed.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">There is an important exception: the National Interest Waiver.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>EB-2 National Interest Waiver<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A National Interest Waiver, commonly called an NIW, may allow a qualifying EB-2 applicant to request that the normal job-offer and labour-certification requirements be waived.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The applicant must first qualify for EB-2 and then establish that the proposed endeavour meets the National Interest Waiver standard.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A qualifying applicant can self-petition, which makes the NIW particularly relevant to some entrepreneurs, researchers, scientists, professionals and other individuals whose proposed work may have broader importance in the United States. The decision remains discretionary.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>EB-3: skilled workers and professionals<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">EB-3 covers certain:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>skilled workers;<\/li>\n<li>professionals;<\/li>\n<li>other workers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This route generally requires permanent US employment and employer sponsorship.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">In many EB-3 cases, the US employer must first complete the labour-certification process before filing the immigrant petition.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The requirements depend on the position and the applicant&#8217;s qualifications.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/immigrant-visa-types\/employment-based-immigrant-visas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about employment-based (EB) immigrant visas.<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;80&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787758052688{background-color: #F2F2F2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Do all employment-based green cards require employer sponsorship?<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">No. Many employment-based cases do involve a US employer, but there are important exceptions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">An individual who qualifies for EB-1A extraordinary ability can file their own petition.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A qualifying EB-2 applicant may also self-petition when requesting a National Interest Waiver.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Other employment-based categories generally involve a US employer and may also require labour certification.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This distinction is important for people researching permanent immigration independently. The absence of a conventional US employer does not necessarily mean that no employment-based route exists. The individual&#8217;s background and proposed US work need to be assessed first.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;80&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787743822733{background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Permanent residence through family<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A qualifying relationship with a US citizen or lawful permanent resident may provide another route to permanent residence.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Family immigration is divided broadly into immediate-relative and family-preference categories.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>Immediate relatives of US citizens<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Certain immediate relatives of US citizens are not subject to the annual numerical limits that apply to family-preference categories.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">These include qualifying:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>spouses of US citizens;<\/li>\n<li>unmarried children under 21 of US citizens;<\/li>\n<li>parents of US citizens who are at least 21 years old.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Family preference categories<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Other qualifying relationships fall into family-preference categories.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">These may include certain:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>adult sons and daughters of US citizens;<\/li>\n<li>brothers and sisters of adult US citizens;<\/li>\n<li>spouses and unmarried children of lawful permanent residents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Visa availability in these categories can depend on the applicant&#8217;s priority date and the Department of State Visa Bulletin.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/us-visa-categories\/immigrant-visa-types\/family-based-immigrant-visas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"text-token-text-primary cursor-text rounded-sm\" data-placeholder-token=\"true\">Explore US family immigration from Ireland<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;80&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787756889627{background-color: #F2F2F2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">How Flynn Hodkinson helps clients in Ireland<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Our Managing Partner, <a href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/firm-profile\/janice-flynn-us-immigration-lawyer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Janice Flynn<\/a>, is a US-qualified attorney and dual US-Irish citizen with more than 20 years of experience in US visa and nationality law.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Flynn Hodkinson advises individuals, families and companies on US immigrant visas and nationality law.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Depending on the matter, we can:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>assess whether a permanent immigration route may be available;<\/li>\n<li>identify the employment-based or family category that may apply;<\/li>\n<li>advise on self-petitioning options where relevant;<\/li>\n<li>prepare immigrant petitions and supporting evidence;<\/li>\n<li>assist with National Visa Center processing;<\/li>\n<li>prepare applicants for the immigrant visa stage;<\/li>\n<li>advise on qualifying spouses and children;<\/li>\n<li>identify potential admissibility issues that need to be addressed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Our role is to give you a realistic assessment of the route, requirements and potential difficulties before you build your relocation plans around an assumption.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">No lawyer can guarantee approval of an immigrant petition or visa.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/flynnhodkinson.com\/ie\/firm-profile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"text-token-text-primary cursor-text rounded-sm\" data-placeholder-token=\"true\">Meet Janice Flynn and the Flynn Hodkinson team<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; 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row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#00000000&#8243;][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_text_separator title=&#8221;Frequently Asked Questions&#8221; border=&#8221;no&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#CFCFCF&#8221;][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"qode-accordion-holder clearfix qode-accordion qode-initial \">\n\t<h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        1. Can an Irish citizen get a US green card?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Irish citizenship alone does not create a right to permanent residence in the United States.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">An Irish citizen may qualify through employment, a family relationship or another immigrant category if the applicable requirements are met.<\/p>\n<p>The correct route depends on the person&#8217;s circumstances rather than nationality alone.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        2. Do I need a US employer to get a green card?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Not always.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Many employment-based green card categories involve a US employer. EB-1A extraordinary ability and qualifying EB-2 National Interest Waiver cases can allow applicants to self-petition.<\/p>\n<p>Family-based immigration follows a different process involving a qualifying US citizen or lawful permanent resident relative.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        3. Can an Irish company transfer an executive permanently to the US?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Potentially.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">EB-1C may be available to certain multinational executives and managers where the qualifying company relationship, overseas employment and proposed US role meet the requirements.<\/p>\n<p>An executive may also initially use a temporary L-1A route before a company later considers permanent residence, but eligibility for each classification must be assessed separately.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        4. Can I apply for a green card through extraordinary ability?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A person who meets the EB-1A extraordinary-ability standard may be able to self-petition for permanent residence without a conventional US job offer.<\/p>\n<p>The standard requires substantial evidence of sustained national or international acclaim. Professional success alone does not automatically meet it.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        5. Can I apply for a green card through a National Interest Waiver?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A qualifying EB-2 applicant may request a National Interest Waiver.<\/p>\n<p>The applicant must first qualify for EB-2 and then establish that the proposed endeavour satisfies the NIW requirements. If granted, the waiver removes the usual job-offer and labour-certification requirements.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        6. Can a US citizen living in Ireland sponsor an Irish spouse?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Yes, a qualifying US citizen can petition for a spouse.<\/p>\n<p>Where both spouses live in Ireland, the case may involve questions about immigrant visa processing, financial sponsorship and the US citizen&#8217;s intention to establish or re-establish domicile in the United States.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        7. Will my immigrant visa interview take place in Dublin?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">For an applicant resident in Ireland, immigrant visa processing will ordinarily involve the US Embassy in Dublin where it handles the relevant category.<\/p>\n<p>Current State Department policy generally schedules immigrant visa applicants in their country of residence or, if requested, country of nationality, with limited exceptions.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        8. Does receiving an immigrant visa make me a permanent resident?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The immigrant visa allows you to travel to the United States and request admission as an immigrant.<\/p>\n<p>You generally become a lawful permanent resident when US Customs and Border Protection admits you to the United States in immigrant status. Your physical green card is issued separately.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        9. Can my family receive green cards with me?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">In many employment-based categories, a qualifying spouse and unmarried children under 21 may immigrate as derivative beneficiaries.<\/p>\n<p>Family-based cases work differently because eligibility depends on the specific qualifying relationship.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><h4 class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\">\n<span class=\"qode-tab-title\">\n\t    <span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">\n        10. How early should I seek advice about permanent residence?    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\">\n    <span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\">\n        <span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span>\n    <\/span>\n<\/span>\n<\/h4>\n<div  class=\"qode-accordion-content \" >\n    <div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">\n        [vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">It can be useful to seek advice before a temporary US visa is close to expiring or before an employer makes long-term staffing decisions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">For companies, permanent residence may need to be considered alongside succession planning, executive transfers or long-term US expansion.<\/p>\n<p>For individuals and families, early advice can identify whether a suitable route exists and whether waiting periods or other requirements could affect the relocation plan.[\/vc_column_text]    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1643298098203{background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;65&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787747285715{background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Do you need the help of a US immigration lawyer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<div style=\"padding: 5px;\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Please <a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/d\/zy2-d7t-qbb?month=2022-01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>schedule a call<\/strong><\/a> to initially discuss your situation with one of our lawyers<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> and possibly book a consultation with a US visa and nationality lawyer.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;]<a  itemprop=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/d\/cxnn-7df-5jx\" target=\"_blank\" data-hover-border-color=\"#ffffff\" data-hover-color=\"#ffffff\" class=\"qbutton  medium center default qode-type1-gradient-left-to-right\" style=\"color: #ffffff; border-color: #ffffff; border-radius: 0px;-moz-border-radius: 0px;-webkit-border-radius: 0px; \">SCHEDULE A CALL<i class=\"qode_icon_font_awesome fa fa-phone-square qode_button_icon_element\" style=\"color: #ffffff\"><\/i><\/a>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; padding_top=&#8221;80&#8243; padding_bottom=&#8221;100&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1787756850614{background-color: #F2F2F2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] US Green Card Services and Support with Permanent Residency Applications The most common US immigrant visa types that allow individuals to immigrate permanently to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":2390,"menu_order":2,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"full_width.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-41","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>US Green Cards &amp; Immigrant Visas from Ireland | Flynn Hodkinson<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"US permanent residence options from Ireland through employment and family immigration. 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