01
Understand
We start with your career, goals, evidence, and deadlines - not a template.
EB-1A · O-1A · EB-2 NIW - Built for Tech Professionals
Know Exactly What It Takes to Win Your Green Card - Before You Pay a Cent
LevelUp pairs AI-powered profile analysis with attorney-reviewed strategy, so tech leaders can see their real odds, real criteria, and real timeline before committing to a plan.
*Historical rate among LevelUp clients who completed the full evidence-audit process.
Every case
is
unique - USCIS
approval is never guaranteed.
Trusted by Top Talent
Professionals from Leading
Professionals from Leading
Global Companies
Top-tier employees rely on a process that is transparent, structured,
and grounded in credibility
and we
are all of that.
How It Works
From First Call to Filed Petition.
From First Call to Filed Petition.
One Connected Process.
Every LevelUp case runs through the same five stages,
so you always know what's
happening
and
why.
02
Discover
We map your record against EB-1A, O-1A, and EB-2 NIW to find your strongest path.
03
Build Strategy
Your strongest achievements become a coherent petition narrative and evidence-development roadmap.
04
AI Review
Our tools flag inconsistencies, gaps, and duplication before an attorney ever sees the file.
05
File & Support
We coordinate filing, track progress, and handle RFE response support if USCIS has follow-up questions.
Self-Check
Could You Already Qualify for EB-1A?
Before you dig into criteria, process, or pricing, check anything
that already applies to your
career.
Published research, articles, or technical work that
others cite
Held a leading or critical role at a known company or
project
Received a national or international award or
recognition
Judged or evaluated the work of others in your
field
Earned a salary significantly above your field's
average
Been featured in media, press, or industry
publications
Checked two or more? You're likely a strong candidate.
USCIS
requires you to meet
just 3
of the 10 official criteria below.
Here's Exactly What Each One Means
Criterion 01
of 10Official USCIS criterion
Nationally or Internationally Recognized Awards
Prizes or awards for excellence in your field.
Evidence focus
Show the award's reputation, selection standards, competitive scope, and why your achievement reflects excellence in the field.
Other Paths Forward
Not EB-1A? EB-2 NIW and O-1A
Not EB-1A? EB-2 NIW and O-1A
May Still Get You There
Didn't check enough boxes above? EB-1A isn't the only route to U.S. work authorization or a green
card.
EB-2 NIW and O-1A serve similar profiles with different standards of proof, timelines, and
requirements.
Here's how the three compare.
| Factor | EB-1A | EB-2 NIW | O-1A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visa type | Immigrant (green card) | Immigrant (green card) | Nonimmigrant (temporary work visa) |
| Self-petition | Yes, no employer needed | Yes, no employer needed | No, needs a U.S. employer or agent petitioner (can be your own company) |
| Legal standard | Extraordinary ability with sustained national or international acclaim | Advanced degree or exceptional ability, plus work in the national interest (Matter of Dhanasar three-prong test) | Extraordinary ability in sciences, education, business, or athletics |
| Criteria required | Meet 3 of 10 USCIS criteria, then pass final merits review | No fixed criteria list, case built around the three Dhanasar prongs | Meet 3 of 8 USCIS criteria (or one major achievement) |
| Approval rate (around 2026) | About 60 to 65 percent | About 50 to 55 percent | Generally higher, though data is less centrally tracked |
| I-140 processing time | About 6 to 12 months (regular) | About 10 to 15 months (regular) | Not applicable (uses I-129, not I-140) |
| Path to green card | Direct | Direct | None on its own, often used as a stepping stone toward EB-1A or NIW |
| Visa bulletin wait | Current or near current for most countries, backlog for India and China | Heavily backlogged for India and China | Not applicable (temporary status, not a green card) |
| Typical duration | Permanent residency | Permanent residency | Up to 3 years, renewable in increments |
| Best for | Established professionals with strong, well documented national or international recognition | Researchers or professionals whose work serves a broader U.S. national interest, even without extensive public recognition | Rising professionals who need U.S. work authorization now while building an extraordinary ability record |
One Connected Platform
Built for How Tech Professionals Actually Work
LevelUp combines AI powered profile analysis, and expert led courses in one
platform,
not a stack of PDFs and email threads.
AI + Attorney Oversight
Readiness Score
Evaluate your eligibility with an AI powered readiness assessment built around your profile. Get a personalized action plan to close gaps and improve your petition strength.
Content Creator
Create recommendation letters, personal statements, and supporting documents in minutes. Every draft is tailored to your profile and aligned with your immigration strategy.
Evidence Hub
Upload, organize, and manage all your supporting documents in one secure workspace. Each file is mapped to the exact eligibility criterion it helps satisfy.
Opportunity Recommendations
Explore 2,500+ vetted opportunities with 500+ new additions every month. Discover activities that strengthen each eligibility criterion and your overall profile.
Paralegal Connect
Connect with experienced paralegals for on demand reviews and practical guidance. Receive feedback on your documents before they become part of your petition.
Peer Community
Join a community of professionals pursuing the same immigration journey together. Learn from shared experiences, ask questions, and stay motivated throughout the process.
Choose the level of support
that fits your journey
Start with the tools you need today. Upgrade whenever you want more hands-on guidance.
Cancel anytime
Switch plans anytime
No long-term contract
Self-serve
Self-serve
Standard
$49
first month
For people who want to build their profile independently with a guided platform.
Then $249/month · cancel anytime
Start with Standard
What you get
- All 3 pathways: EB-1A, O-1A and EB-2 NIW
- Readiness score with gap analysis and next steps
- Field of Expertise built from USCIS approval data
- 3,000+ new opportunities added every month AwardsMembershipJudgingJournalsSpeaking
- Personalized to you across all 5 categories
- AI Content Creator for letters and drafts
- Evidence Hub that scores all your proof
- 12-module expert course, 7+ hours of video
How it works
Stay on track with AI-powered guidance and clear next steps.
Recommended
Expert-led
Expert-led
Guided
$99
first month
Everything in Standard, plus a success manager who keeps you on track every two weeks.
Then $499/month · cancel anytime
Start with Guided
What you get
- Everything in Standard, plus:
- A dedicated success manager on your case
- Bi-weekly 1:1 strategy sessions with an expert
- A personalized action plan refined each session
- Expert-vetted opportunity matches for you
- Unlimited profile and evidence reviews
- Attorney Connect: save up to $5,000 in fees
How it works
Build your profile with confidence through regular expert guidance.
USCIS-AlignedBuilt around official EB-1A criteria
Progress at Your PaceNo deadlines, full flexibility
Expert-ReviewedDesigned by immigration specialists
Proof, Not Promises
A Lot of Tech Professionals Have
A Lot of Tech Professionals Have
Already Leveled Up
Real outcomes from engineers, researchers, and product leaders
who started exactly where you are now
“
The criteria breakdown alone was worth it. I finally understood which of my achievements actually counted.
SE
Software EngineerMeta
“★★★★★
Having an expert map my evidence to the 10 criteria gave me the confidence to move forward.
“★★★★★
I compared EB-1A and O-1A on this page before deciding. Clear, no-pressure information.
“★★★★★
The 5-step process kept me on track. I knew exactly what stage I was in at all times.
“★★★★★
Approval came in under 6 months, right in line with what they described upfront.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions before you commit? Here are the ones we hear most.
No. EB-1A is a self-petitioned green card category, no
employer sponsor is required.
Our evidence audit often finds qualifying achievements clients
did not realize counted, or provides a roadmap to build a
third criterion.
On average about 6 months from evidence audit to filing,
though this varies by case complexity.
Yes, both Standard and Guided plans can be cancelled anytime.
Guided adds dedicated review and RFE response support
on top of everything in Standard.
No service can guarantee a USCIS decision. We report a
historical 80 to 85 percent EB-1A approval rate among clients
using our process.
Your next
step
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