EB-4 special immigrants
Fourth-preference immigrant visa category for special immigrants including religious workers, special immigrant juveniles, broadcasters, and specific international organization employees.
Who this pathway suits
Ministers of religion, religious workers, and designated special classes.
Eligibility at a glance
- Qualify under an EB-4 designated statutory class
- Religious workers: Member of a religious denomination having a bona fide non-profit religious organization in the US for at least 2 years
How the process works
- File Form I-360 Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant
- USCIS review and site visit
- Apply for Green Card upon priority date currency
Documents you will typically need
- Form I-360, IRS 501(c)(3) religious exemption determination, proof of 2 years continuous religious membership and work
What to keep in mind
Religious worker petitions are subject to rigorous USCIS site visits and compliance audits.
Official source: USCIS — Employment-Based Immigration: Fourth Preference EB-4. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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