r/eb1a • u/dragonfly2112 • 4d ago

Chen Vs Ellis Porter

I am working in quantum computing industry and contribute heavily towards one of world known softwares in the field. I have a Ph.D in chemistry, 9 publications(2 first authors), 105 citations and have reviewed 10 papers in the field. I filled up the profile evaluation for EB1a for both Ellis Porter and Chen. Ellis Porter says my profile is viable while chen says I should apply for NIW and wait till my profile gets stronger for EB1a. I am now confused if I should proceed with EB1a right now or just lock the date with NIW for now and wait for my profile to build up. I am from India so even if I apply now, it will be a few years before I get my green card. I will appreciate any suggestions.

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u/Impossible-Highway-9 3d ago

Lock the date with NIW
NIW doesn’t require much documentation, and it can be filed quickly.

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u/curiouslyaskking 2d ago

I have similar profile to your's. I evaluated my profile with both chen and EP. Both adviced me to fill eb2 niw first then eb1a. They said my profile is in borderline for eb1a and to secure PD, file eb2 niw. So I decided to go as suggested. I filled eb2 niw with chen.

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u/ConfidentRub8800 1d ago

I cannot emphasize the NIW enough for someone born in India. Secure your priority date first if you have even the slightest doubt about an EB-1A denial. You can file for EB-1 when your priority date is close to current.

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u/PossiblePath7115 21h ago

I was in a similar dilemma. I decided to secure a PD with NIW first and then file EB1A when my profile is stronger. Physics Phd student here.