The EB-1 visa is a type of employment-based immigration visa in the United States designed for individuals with extraordinary abilities. This category is primarily for individuals who are leaders in their fields, such as science, arts, education, business, or athletics. It allows them to live and work in the U.S. without needing a job offer or labor certification. There are three subcategories within the EB-1 visa: EB-1A for individuals with extraordinary ability, EB-1B for outstanding professors and researchers, and EB-1C for multinational managers and executives. Each subcategory has specific eligibility criteria that applicants must meet to qualify for this visa.