Success Story: EB1-A (Aliens of Extraordinary Ability) Approval for a Musician in Only 10 Days

Posted by wegreened on January 30, 2026 in Art and Athletic, EB1 Green Card

On January 18th, 2013, we received another EB1-A (Aliens of Extraordinary Ability) Approval for a Musician in only 10 Days. (Approval Notice)

General Field: Instrumental World Music
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Guitarist/Musician
National Origin: India
Service Center: Nebraska (Premium Processing)
Processing Time: 10 Days

Case Summary:

This specific case presented a unique challenge. A well-accomplished guitarist with objectively weak credentials wanted to file for an EB1-A (Aliens of Extraordinary Ability) petition. As this client had been featured in a number of publications with an international viewership, we at Chen Immigration Law Associates believed we could gather enough evidence to substantiate his extraordinary ability.

As each case presents unique challenges, it is imperative that we at Chen Immigration Law Associates work diligently with each client to help procure the best possible evidence for all claimed criteria. As this case dealt with a musician, it was important to provide claim of this client’s contributions. Unfortunately, the idea of contributions associated with music can often be quite subjective; therefore, it was important that these contributions be reinforced through the testimony of exceptional talents and authorities in the field of instrumental world music.

In order to do this effectively, we at Chen Immigration Law Associates worked directly with the client to secure eight recommenders willing to provide testimony on his behalf. We then worked directly with these recommenders to draft the best possible letters associated with this client’s exceptional and extraordinary contributions to his field of endeavor.

Considering this client had performed at many internationally acclaimed and substantial venues, contributed his work over the publishing and sales of numerous albums, and created a new instrument for musical performance, we referenced these achievements to further provide claim associated with the importance of his ongoing work within his field.

Finally, we at Chen Immigration Law Associates cited the awards this client had accrued during his career. Because he had been honored by many foundations and recognized for his original and outstanding contributions to the field of Instrumental World Music, we emphasized the value associated with these awards and the processes for choosing recipients.

Using this proven strategy, while correctly articulating the importance surrounding this client’s valued work, we at Chen Immigration Law Associates were able to secure approval for this petition on January 18th, 2013.

With this in consideration, it is important to emphasize that the processes and expertise practiced by Chen Immigration Law Associates. Not only do we develop the best possible strategies for each case, but we execute these strategies with the utmost effectiveness!

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North America Immigration Law Group (Chen Immigration Law Associates) is a U.S. immigration law firm dedicated to representing corporations, research institutions, and individuals from all 50 U.S. states regarding I-140 immigration petitions. We specialize in employment-based immigration petition and have a proven record of high success rate for the categories of: EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver), EB1-A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability), EB1-B (Outstanding Researcher/Professor) and O-1 (Alien of Extraordinary Ability).

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With nearly 64,000 EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW and O-1 cases approved, we have first hand information on the manner in which the USCIS adjudicate I-140 cases. As the USCIS has constantly changed its adjudication standards for the EB-1A, EB-1B and EB-2 NIW categories, our firm's huge database of successful cases gives you unprecedented insight to USCIS adjudication trends. We carefully analyze the data for all of our cases and apply the results of our analyses toward giving our clients up-to-date advice and adapting our strategies such that we remain on par with the ever-shifting landscape of immigration law in the U.S. With us, you will always have access to important updates, strategies, and information so that you can make the most informed decisions about your case.

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With our exceedingly large number of successful petitions, no matter what credentials you have, no matter your background and field of expertise, no matter your visa status or nationality, chances are we have helped hundreds or even thousands of clients just like you. Our clients are usually impressed with how well we understand their research and work. Our insight and understanding stems from the fact that we have handled many cases with elements similar to yours already, and this helps us devise the best strategies for each individual petition.

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Track Record of Success EB-1 and NIW Approvals

(2020.01 - 2024.12)

Category	Approval or Refund^®		Approval or Refiling^TM
Category	Approved Sum	Success Rate	Approved Sum	Success Rate
NIW	28,946	99.52%	3,030	98.31%
EB1A	4,322	91.76%	2,870	88.91%
EB1B	793	98.51%	236	90.77%
Total	34,061	98.44%	6,136	93.39%