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Podcast: Sophie Alcorn Podcast
Episode: 231: EB-2 NIW for Tech Founders: Is It Still Viable in 2025
Description: In this episode, Sophie invites listeners to explore the intricacies of the EB2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) green card and how it can bolster a tech career in 2025. She provides expert insights, aiming to equip ambitious tech founders with the knowledge to successfully navigate this self-petition pathway. She also emphasizes the significance of holding advanced degrees or possessing exceptional abilities. The episode dives into the critical three-prong analysis from the Dhanasar case, which requires demonstrating substantial merit, national importance, and the benefits of waiving job offer requirements. Sophie discusses recent policy changes, highlighting the importance of a...