Legal immigration to the USA with Migrator

The consultation and case assessment are free. Pricing depends on the visa type and is fixed in the contract. You'll find exact prices on each visa page and at your free consultation.

It depends on the chosen program and the specifics of your case. On average the whole process takes 6 to 14 months. Approximate timelines: O-1: 6–12 months, EB-1: 12–18 months, EB-2 NIW: 10–20 months, L-1: 6–10 months, E-2: 4–6 months. Exact timelines depend on case complexity, how quickly documents are prepared, government processing times, and any additional press/PR work required.

Under the contract, we issue a full refund if your visa petition is denied. It's important to understand that a denial isn't always final. USCIS often first issues an RFE (a request for additional documents), and we prepare the response. Even a denial isn't the end: we analyze the reasons, strengthen the case, and, if needed, help refile the petition.

Migrator is an officially registered US company that works with licensed American attorneys. You can verify each attorney's license status in the public State Bar registry and, in case of misconduct, file a complaint with the relevant Bar Association. We work under an official contract with transparent terms and financial guarantees. Our site features real client reviews, photos of approved petitions, and successful case stories. We're trusted by well-known entrepreneurs, experts, and public figures, and our social media is open and actively growing.

Yes. For most work and immigration visas, English proficiency is not a mandatory requirement. However, for comfortable living, finding work, and adapting in the US, English significantly expands your options. If you plan to pursue US citizenship in the future, you'll need to pass an exam on the English language and the basics of US history and government.

It depends on your profession, budget, climate preferences, and goals. California and New York offer large job markets and many opportunities but come with a high cost of living. Texas and Florida attract people with more affordable costs and no state income tax. Washington suits tech professionals, Massachusetts fits those in education, medicine, and science, and North Carolina appeals to those seeking a balance between career opportunities and cost of living. At the consultation we'll help you compare states based on your visa strategy, profession, family plans, and budget.

The Diversity Visa program (Green Card Lottery) is currently suspended. If your goal is to move to the US without waiting for the lottery to resume, it's worth considering the EB-1A or EB-2 NIW immigration programs or the O-1 visa, where the outcome depends on your case rather than random selection.

You shouldn't treat the F-1 visa as a path to immigration. It's a temporary student visa intended solely for study. Working on F-1 is not allowed except in strictly limited cases. Unauthorized work violates your status and can lead to visa revocation, loss of legal status, and problems with future US visa applications. Time spent studying does not by itself build the experience needed for O-1 or EB-1A. A talent visa requires proven professional achievements and lawful work experience. Moving from F-1 to O-1 or EB-1A is not guaranteed. In 2026, changing status inside the US has become harder, so you'll likely need to leave the country and attend a consular interview. Even with an approved petition, the consulate may deny the visa. F-1 is not a reliable path to relocation — it's a temporary status with serious limitations and high risk.

US citizens over 21 can petition for their parents (IR-5, no quotas). Green Card holders need citizenship first (5 years), then family reunification.