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An EB-1 approval doesn’t always start with a petition. Sometimes, it starts with a plan. 🇺🇸When Sheshank began his EB-1 ...
09/02/2026

An EB-1 approval doesn’t always start with a petition. Sometimes, it starts with a plan. 🇺🇸

When Sheshank began his EB-1 journey with Stelmakh & Associates, the first step wasn’t filing.

It was understanding his profile — and identifying what could make his case stronger.

After a thorough review, our team developed a clear action plan and recommended proactive steps to strengthen his credentials, including pursuing **judging opportunities** that could demonstrate recognition of his expertise within his field.

From there, Sheshank and our team spent months working through the details of his case.

Multiple rounds of feedback.
Careful evidence review.
Fine-tuning the petition.
And one goal: presenting his achievements as clearly and strategically as possible to USCIS.

After approximately **6–8 months of close collaboration, his EB-1 petition was approved.** 🎉

As Sheshank shared in his review:

> “They thoroughly reviewed my profile and provided a clear action plan.”

That is one of the most important parts of an extraordinary ability case: **strategy often begins long before the petition reaches USCIS.**

Congratulations, Sheshank, and thank you for trusting Stelmakh & Associates with your EB-1 journey. We’re proud to have been part of it. 🚀

Hello, September! 🍂✨A new month brings new opportunities, new goals, and new possibilities.Whether you're planning to la...
09/01/2026

Hello, September! 🍂✨

A new month brings new opportunities, new goals, and new possibilities.

Whether you're planning to launch a business, expand into the U.S., or take the next step in your immigration journey, September is a great time to move forward with purpose.

At Stelmakh & Associates, we're here to help you understand your options and build a strategy for the road ahead.

Here’s to a month of confidence, progress, and new beginnings. 🇺🇸

08/20/2026

Do You Need to Win an Award to Qualify for the O-1A? 🏆🇺🇸
One of the biggest misconceptions about the O-1A visa is that you need to have won a major award to qualify.

The reality? Awards are just one possible type of evidence.
Depending on your profession and circumstances, your O-1A case may be supported by evidence such as:

* Published material about you or your work
* Judging the work of others
* Original contributions to your field
* A leading or critical role
* High compensation
* Significant recognition for your achievements

The important question isn't simply, “Have I won an award?”
It's “Can I demonstrate sustained recognition and extraordinary ability in my field?”
If you're considering an O-1A, your overall profile and evidence matter.

👉 Think you might qualify? Schedule a background review to explore your options.

EB-1A or O-1A — which one is actually right for you? 🤔Both are built for people with extraordinary ability, but they sol...
08/20/2026

EB-1A or O-1A — which one is actually right for you? 🤔

Both are built for people with extraordinary ability, but they solve different problems: O-1A gets you working in the U.S. faster; EB-1A gets you a Green Card for good.

Many of our clients start with O-1A and transition to EB-1A once their case is stronger.

Not sure which path fits your timeline and goals? Let's talk it through.

📅 Book Your Free Background Review Call → https://calendly.com/d/d2gm-2vt-9p2/background-review-call?month=2026-07

If you're building AI, you may already be building your Green Card case. 🤖📈AI and machine learning talent is directly ti...
08/17/2026

If you're building AI, you may already be building your Green Card case. 🤖📈

AI and machine learning talent is directly tied to U.S. innovation and national interest — which makes AI engineers strong candidates for the EB-2 National Interest Waiver.

Model deployments, measurable impact, open-source work, and recognition from peers can all become evidence.

Working in AI or ML? Let's map your background to the requirements.

📅 Book Your Free Background Review Call → https://calendly.com/d/d2gm-2vt-9p2/background-review-call?month=2026-07

🛑 MYTH: "I need my employer to sponsor my Green Card."FACT: Not always. If you qualify for EB-1A or EB-2 NIW, you can se...
08/14/2026

🛑 MYTH: "I need my employer to sponsor my Green Card."

FACT: Not always. If you qualify for EB-1A or EB-2 NIW, you can self-petition — no company, no employer letter required.

We've helped researchers, engineers, and founders get their Green Card on their own terms. The question isn't whether you have a sponsor — it's whether your work qualifies.

Let's find out together.
📅 Book Your Free Background Review Call → https://calendly.com/d/d2gm-2vt-9p2/background-review-call?month=2026-07

08/13/2026

Can I sponsor myself through my own company? Founders ask us this constantly. 🏢

When you're the owner, traditional employer sponsorship can get complicated. USCIS may look closely at whether there is a genuine employer-employee relationship.

For some founders, self-petitioning options like EB-1A or EB-2 NIW may provide a more suitable path.

You don't necessarily have to choose between **owning your company and pursuing your U.S. immigration goals.

Building something of your own? Let’s explore which path may fit your profile.

He didn't need his employer's permission to get his Green Card. 💻➡️🟢Our client, a software engineer, was tired of being ...
08/12/2026

He didn't need his employer's permission to get his Green Card. 💻➡️🟢

Our client, a software engineer, was tired of being tied to one company on H-1B. Instead of waiting on PERM, we built his case around the real, measurable impact of his work — and filed an EB-2 National Interest Waiver. No sponsor. No job offer required.

Today he's a U.S. permanent resident, free to work wherever he wants.

If you're a skilled professional wondering whether your work could qualify for a self-sponsored Green Card, let's look at your background together.

📅 Book Your Free Background Review Call → https://calendly.com/d/d2gm-2vt-9p2/background-review-call?month=2026-07

Think a Green Card is only for people with a job offer? Think again. 🧠✅The EB-2 National Interest Waiver lets you self-p...
08/10/2026

Think a Green Card is only for people with a job offer? Think again. 🧠✅

The EB-2 National Interest Waiver lets you self-petition for permanent residency if your work benefits the U.S. in a meaningful way — no employer sponsor needed.

Swipe to see 7 signs you might already qualify — from advanced degrees to published research to solving problems that matter nationally.

Not sure where you stand? That's exactly what a Background Review Call is for.

The $100,000 USCIS Fee: an attempt to revive a dead H-1B fee, now for students?This week brought two significant develop...
08/06/2026

The $100,000 USCIS Fee: an attempt to revive a dead H-1B fee, now for students?
This week brought two significant developments that employers, international professionals, and students should be watching closely.

1. Appeals Court Blocks the $100,000 H-1B Fee
A federal appeals court has blocked the Administration's proposed $100,000 supplemental fee for certain new H-1B petitions, concluding that the government likely exceeded its authority in imposing the charge. For now, the fee cannot be enforced while the litigation continues.

2. DHS Reportedly Considering Major Changes to International Student Work Authorization
At the same time, reports indicate that DHS is considering a proposal that could require international students to pay a substantial fee—reportedly up to $100,000—to participate in Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduation. The proposal has not been announced as official policy and remains under internal consideration.

- Why this matters

These developments illustrate that employment-based immigration policy continues to evolve rapidly through both litigation and proposed administrative actions.
For employers, founders, and international talent, it is important to distinguish between:
Court decisions that immediately affect implementation of existing policies.
Policy proposals that have not yet become law or regulation.

At Stelmakh & Associates, we are closely monitoring both developments and will continue providing updates as new guidance, court rulings, or agency announcements become available.

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