Your Achievements Deserve a U.S. Green Card

Specializing in EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, and O-1A petitions for high-achievers across the globe.

What We Do

At McAtom Consultancy

Is built for one purpose: helping high-achieving researchers, professionals, healthcare workers, and innovators secure their place in the United States through EB-1A, EB-2 NIW petitions.

Every case we take on is treated as one-of-a-kind, because it is. We uncover the story behind your credentials, build petitions that command attention, and guide you with strategy, clarity, and care from start to finish. Your future in the U.S. shouldn’t wait, and with the right partner, it doesn’t have to.

Academics & Researchers

For scientists, professors, and innovators whose work pushes boundaries in research and discovery.

Entrepreneurs & Professionals

For executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals whose work advances U.S. interests and industries.

Why choose McAtom Consultancy

20+ Countries

300+ Approved Cases

500+ Consultation

You-Centric Approach

The right partner doesn't just file paperwork they understand the person behind it, and that changes everything.

A Team Built on Experience

Years of experience guiding extraordinary individuals through every challenge, legal and personal.

Clarity You Can Count On

Clear communication and steady guidance at every stage of your immigration journey.

From Dream To Reality

Our wins aren't just approvals, they're careers launched, families united, and dreams fulfilled. Yours is next.

How We Work

01 Consultation

We sit down with you to understand your achievements, your goals, and the right route forward.

02 Strategize

We take the time to truly understand your journey, and shape it into a story that resonates.

03 Take Action

We collect every piece of evidence that backs your achievements, then organize it into a clear, compelling portfolio.

Yes, It's Possible

Taye HAMID

Founder's Note

I arrived in the United States in late 2007 to begin my PhD in Chemical Engineering on an F-1 student visa. After graduating in 2012, I was fortunate to join an international oil company, starting on Optional Practical Training (OPT). What drew me to the role wasn't just the work — it was their commitment to sponsor my H-1B visa, with a clear understanding: when renewal came in three years, we'd pursue both the extension and a Green Card through the EB-2 pathway.

In short, I was on my own. The company renewed my H-1B for another three years — but the door to a company-sponsored EB-2 had quietly closed. Oil prices would take years to recover, and I couldn't recall a single six-month stretch without layoffs somewhere in the organization. So I started researching. And that's when I discovered I could self-petition for the same EB-2 — through what's known as the National Interest Waiver.

But in the third quarter of 2014, oil prices began to fall. By early 2016, they had tumbled from over $100 to below $30. International oil companies live and die by the price of oil — and as it cratered, the company began rounds of massive layoffs. I was fortunate to keep my job, but the broader picture made it nearly impossible for the company to justify filing a Green Card petition. One question on the required Department of Labor form was simple but devastating: "Has there been any mass layoffs in the last six months?" A "yes" answer made it impossible to petition for a non-citizen.

FAQs

I haven’t won a Nobel Prize or any other awards. Can I still file a petition?

Yes, not having a Nobel or similarly prestigious award does not automatically disqualify you from applying.

How long does the process take?

Depending on type and circumstances: EB-1A (self-petition): Many cases are completed within a year if the paperwork is complete; with premium processing, it can be faster. EB-2 NIW: This often takes 1–2 years overall (I-140 + final processing), though backlogs can extend this timeline. EB-3 (skilled workers/nurses): From filing to final approval, the process often takes 2–5 years, depending on visa-number availability and country of origin.

What’s the difference between EB-1A, EB-2 NIW and EB-3?

EB-1A is for individuals with extraordinary ability. It allows you to self-petition, no U.S. employer or labor certification required. EB-2 NIW is for professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability whose work is in the U.S. national interest. It also permits self-petition and waives the job offer / PERM requirement under NIW. EB-3 is for skilled workers, professionals, or other workers with a valid job offer from a U.S. employer. It typically requires employer sponsorship and labor certification.

If I meet criteria for multiple categories, which visa should I choose?

Choose EB‑1A if you have documented, high-impact, top-tier achievements (publications, awards, recognized contributions) and want the most straightforward path. You can self-petition, no PERM required, and visa priority tends to be faster. Choose EB‑2 NIW if you hold advanced credentials or exceptional ability and your work (research, innovation, public health, etc.) can be framed as benefiting U.S. national interest, even without celebrity-level acclaim. Choose EB‑3 when you have a bona fide U.S. employer ready to sponsor you (typical for skilled workers or nurses), especially if you don’t meet the high standards required for EB-1A or NIW.

Do I need to stay in the same job or employer after I get the green card via EB-1A or EB-2 NIW?

No, you do not need to stay with the same job or employer. Both EB-1A and EB-2 NIW allow self-petitioning and do not require employer sponsorship or labor certification. After you obtain your green card under those categories, you are not contractually “tied” to any employer.

If I’m outside the U.S, can I still get approved?

Yes, you can apply under EB‑1A or EB‑2 NIW even if you live outside the U.S. Once your I-140 petition is approved, you complete consular processing at a U.S. embassy or consulate in your country of residence.

Is the visa process different for applicants outside the U.S. vs inside?

Yes. If you are outside the U.S., after the I-140 is approved, you will go through consular processing at a U.S. embassy/consulate. But if you are in the U.S. legally, you may instead file for adjustment of status (I-485), provided a visa number is available.

Does getting the I-140 guarantee a Green Card?

No. Approval of the Form I-140 does not guarantee a green card. It establishes that you qualify for an employment-based visa and locks in your “priority date,” but you only become a permanent resident once a visa number becomes available and you complete either consular processing or file for adjustment of status (I-485).

Can I apply under more than one category?

Yes, you can apply under more than one category. It is legally permissible to file separate EB-1A and EB-2 NIW I-140 petitions for the same beneficiary at the same time.