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Why is it good to live in the USA?

Career growth opportunities

Leadership in
Technology and Innovation

World class education

Multinational and
open society

Additional Benefits of Living in the USA

1

Access to the largest market

2

Diverse climate
and lifestyle

3

Support for
startups
and investments

US Visas for Ukrainians

This visa is suitable for highly skilled professionals in the fields of science, engineering, medicine, arts, culture and digital technology.

What does this visa provide?

  1. The right to live and work in the UK for up to 5 years.
  2. The ability to work without a sponsor or employer.
  3. Chance to obtain Indefinite Residence (ILR) after 3 or 5 years.

Types of Business Visas to the USA

E-2 Visa - Investor

What is this:

Nonimmigrant visa for investors from countries that have a trade agreement with the United States (Ukraine is one of them).

Who is it suitable for:

  • For entrepreneurs wishing to open or buy a business in the USA.
  • For investors with initial capital from $100,000.

Basic requirements:

  • Citizenship of a country that has signed the E-2 agreement.
  • Investments in a real, actively operating business.
  • Control over the company (50% or more).
  • Business should be profitable, not just “for survival”.

Required documents:

  • Business plan for 5 years.
  • Confirmation of the source and fact of investment.
  • Financial documents of the company.
  • Photo + form DS-160.

Suitable for you if:

You are ready to actively manage a business in the USA and invest from $100,000.

L-1 Visa - Intra-Corporate Transfer

What is this:

Visa for business owners and employees who want to open a branch in the United States or transfer an employee to an American office.

Who is it suitable for:

  • For managers and specialists who have worked in a foreign company for 1+ year.
  • For businesses entering the US market.

Basic requirements:

  • The company has been in existence outside the US for more than 1 year.
  • The presence of a connection between companies (ownership or control).
  • The employee performed a managerial or specialized function.

Required documents:

  • The employee’s resume and employment contract.
  • Documents for a foreign company.
  • Business plan for a branch in the USA.
  • Organizational structure of the company.
  • Form I-129 and supporting documentation.

Suitable for you if:

You have a business and want to legally operate in the United States by opening an office or branch.

EB-1A - Extraordinary Achievement Visa

What is this:

An immigrant visa (green card) that allows permanent residence in the United States without an employer or invitation. Designed for people with outstanding achievements in their professional field.

Who is it suitable for:

  • For professionals in science, art, education, business or sports.
  • Those who have awards, publications, recognition or international influence.

Basic requirements:

  • At least 3 of 10 USCIS criteria (e.g. publications, awards, memberships, media mentions, industry contributions, etc.).
  • Confirmation of your recognition as an expert or leader.
  • Intention to continue activities in the same field in the USA.

Required documents:

  • Evidence of achievements (articles, photos, awards, contracts).
  • Letters of recommendation .
  • A summary and description of the impact of your work.
  • Form I-140 + supporting materials.

Suitable for you if:

You are a professional or public figure with recognition in your field and want to move to the United States without an employer.

EB-2 NIW - National Interest Visa (without sponsor)

What is this:

An immigrant visa that allows you to obtain a green card without an employer if you can prove that your work will benefit the United States (National Interest Waiver – a waiver of the requirement to have a sponsor).

Who is it suitable for:

  • For professionals with higher education or exceptional abilities.
  • For those who work in the field of research, innovation, startups, medicine, education, clean-tech, energy, etc.

Basic requirements:

  • Master’s degree (or Bachelor’s degree + 5 years of experience), or exceptional ability.
  • The activity must be of national importance to the United States.
  • You are able to implement the project independently (an employer is not required).
  • The benefit to the United States of your work must outweigh the formal requirement of having an employer.

Required documents:

  • Resume, publications, completed projects, certificates.
  • Letters of recommendation and support.
  • Plan of activities in the USA.
  • Form I-140 + Petition for NIW.

Suitable for you if:

You are a professional, researcher, expert, or innovator with a project or idea that has social or economic significance to the United States.

O-1 Visa - For individuals with extraordinary ability

What is this:

A nonimmigrant work visa for individuals with extraordinary ability in the arts, sciences, education, business, or athletics. Allows legal employment in the United States, usually through a contract or agent.

Who is it suitable for:

  • For artists, musicians, actors, photographers.
  • For scientists, startups, entrepreneurs.
  • For those who have projects, invitations or contracts in the USA.

Basic requirements:

  • Outstanding achievements in your field (awards, publicity, membership, publications, etc.).
  • At least 3 out of 10 USCIS criteria.
  • from an American employer or agent.
  • Evidence of impact or uniqueness in your professional work.

Required documents:

  • Contract or invitation to work in the USA.
  • Resume, portfolio, examples of work.
  • Letters of recommendation from experts.
  • Evidence of publicity (media, exhibitions, participation in the jury, etc.).
  • Form I-129 + petition cover letter.

Suitable for you if:

You are already actively working in your field, have recognition and have received a contract or invitation from the USA.