In the first quarter of 2026, there were 37 approvals for the EB-1A visa category, marking a record-setting period for this classification. The approvals reflect a growing trend in the technology sector, particularly in cloud and data engineering, artificial intelligence, and financial technologies.
Key Details:
- Total EB-1A approvals: 37 in Q1 2026
- Leading sectors: Cloud & Data Engineering (35%), AI & Machine Learning (27%), Enterprise & Financial Technologies (19%), Specialized Engineering (19%)
- Applicant experience ranged from 9 to 26 years
- The approvals indicate that deep technical expertise in real-world applications is a key factor for success
This surge in approvals suggests that professionals with significant contributions in their fields may have stronger cases than previously thought.
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Source: Raghu Reddy