Can I Apply for EB-2 NIW While My U-Visa Application Is Pending?
Hi everyone,
I would appreciate your advice before making an important immigration decision.
I am currently waiting for a decision on my U-Visa application, which has been pending for about four years. I have already received my Employment Authorization Document (EAD).
I am now seriously considering applying for an EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW). I have an MBA that I earned in 2012, and I have been working in the U.S. healthcare sector since 2020. My experience includes working as an EHR Implementation Consultant and, more recently, in healthcare records quality improvement.
My questions are:
Can I file an EB-2 NIW petition while my U-Visa application is still pending?
Are there any potential immigration implications or complications associated with pursuing both cases simultaneously?
If I receive approval for the EB-2 NIW petition, how might that affect my pending U-Visa case or my ability to adjust my status?
I understand that every case is different, but I would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone who has been in a similar situation or has relevant experience.
Thank you in advance for your insights and candid advice!