The Economic Benefits of Skilled Immigrants to the United States. A Case Study of EB1 and EB2-NIW

Abstract

Individuals who moved to a new country on a relatively permanent basis are known as immigrants. This study undertook to look into the economic benefits of skilled immigrants to the United States. A case study of EB1 and EB2-NIW.  The study made use of Participants who have firsthand or professional knowledge of the economic activities and impacts of skilled immigrants were given the questionnaires in section. The study employed a mixed-methods design which involves the combination of both qualitative and quantitative data. Data analysis was conducted making use of SPSS. The study shows that the age range of immigrants are found at high levels between 30-55 years (34%), 42-46 years (10%). The result of the study also shows that most of these immigrants are from Asia (34%) and Africa (24%). The least was recorded for Europe and Australia (4%) respectively. The result of the study also shows that more than 80% of the applicants agreed that EB-2 NIW immigrants have a greater presence in public service and research-oriented institutions compared to EB-1 immigrants. Conclusively, the economic benefits of skilled immigrants to the United States cannot be disputed. However, there is a need to address the challenges associated with such as social and professional barriers and policies changes to allow entry of these immigrants who might have satisfied the criterion required.