What is the requirement to change from EB2 to the EB1 category during the green card processing? Yes, you can move from EB2 to EB1 , but only if you now qualify under the EB1 requirements . EB1 is for people with: Extraordinary ability Outstanding researchers or professors Multinational executives or managers If you’ve been promoted or your profile has grown (say you're now in a global leadership role), you might be eligible. To make the switch: You’ll need to file a new I-140 under EB1 You can usually keep your EB2 priority date , which helps speed things up Your case must include solid proof media features, awards, leadership roles, publications, etc. I know someone who made the shift after building their public profile. They worked with 9FigureMedia to land press in places like Forbes and Bloomberg , which helped show their "extraordinary ability" on paper. It worked and their EB1 got approved. So yes, the switch is possible. You just need to be sure you now...