Evgueni wrote:
Как раз "просто с PhD" на ГК подавать можно - это вторая приоритетная категория. Только нужно, чтобы будущий работодатель LC согласился делать.
Вы имеете в виду EB-2?
In order to be classified as having exceptional ability in the sciences, arts, or business, the individual must provide documentation of three of the following:
1. An official academic record showing the alien has a degree, diploma, certificate or similar award from a college, university, school or other institution of learning relating to the area of exceptional ability;
2. Letters documenting at least ten years of full-time experience in the occupation being sought;
3. A license to practice the profession or certification for a particular profession or occupation;
4. Evidence that the alien has commanded a salary or other remuneration for services which demonstrates exceptional ability;
5. Membership in professional associations;
6. Recognition for achievements and significant contributions to the industry or field by peers, government entities, professional or business organizations.
Первый у PhD-ста есть, 4-й - только если есть работодатель (а откуда ему пока взяться, если нет статуса работать?), все остальные пункты - далеко не каждый с PhD имеет.