EB-1A · EB-2 NIW · O-1

Self-Sponsored Visas,
Reimagined.

Why struggle with EB-1A, EB-2 NIW or O-1 if the process can be crystal clear — without guesswork, hidden fees and generic advice? Join our curated community of high achievers and move from "what do I do next?" to a strong, filed petition for a U.S. visa and green card.

Sylvia Gorajek in San Francisco
America Unlocked members500+ stories unlocked
Real stories, life-changing impact

From dreamers to
U.S. residents.

Member: getting the full package is one of the best decisions I made
Member: I could never do this alone. I doubt lawyers could provide such detailed assistance
Pawel Kordos
Pawel KordosDirector, Cybersecurity & Fintech
We have our green cards and we're living our American Dreams thanks to America Unlocked! 🤩
EB-1A green card holder
Wins & Milestones: O-1B visa application finally submitted
Aga Zielinska
Aga ZielinskaFounder, Skin Wisdom®
It's like the wind beneath my wings. I couldn't ask for more support 🥰🤩
O-1 approved — thriving in NYC
❤️ 12 🎉 8
Anna Lakomy
Anna LakomySupply Chain Management
America Unlocked's value is incredible. My investment has already paid off.
EB-2 NIW approved! 🎉
Member: we are really glad we found you, you are our beacon of hope
Katarzyna Kawalec
Katarzyna KawalecTranslator & Interpreter
My efforts would be full of blind guesswork without this guidance. I'm not stumbling in the dark. I'm being guided step by step. That is priceless.
Martyna Prandzioch
Martyna PrandziochCommunity member
Week after week, I prove to myself that nothing is impossible. I move forward like a bulldozer, checking off one milestone after another.
💪 14 ❤️ 9
Member: I thank God for finding you guys and the community, you're one of a kind
Marcel Ślusarczyk
Marcel ŚlusarczykProduct Manager, FinTech
Everything I need to move forward is finally in one place. This platform made the impossible feel doable.
Member message: What a day! Thank you Sylvia!
Adnan Gul
Adnan GulCloud & Platform Reliability
Couldn't have been a better name for the platform. It has indeed opened doors for me.
Marta Ryniecka
Marta RynieckaB2B GTM Strategy
Thanks to AU, we stay motivated and keep moving forward 🙏
Member: getting the full package is one of the best decisions I made
Member: I could never do this alone. I doubt lawyers could provide such detailed assistance
Pawel Kordos
Pawel KordosDirector, Cybersecurity & Fintech
We have our green cards and we're living our American Dreams thanks to America Unlocked! 🤩
EB-1A green card holder
Wins & Milestones: O-1B visa application finally submitted
Aga Zielinska
Aga ZielinskaFounder, Skin Wisdom®
It's like the wind beneath my wings. I couldn't ask for more support 🥰🤩
O-1 approved — thriving in NYC
❤️ 12 🎉 8
Anna Lakomy
Anna LakomySupply Chain Management
America Unlocked's value is incredible. My investment has already paid off.
EB-2 NIW approved! 🎉
Member: we are really glad we found you, you are our beacon of hope
Katarzyna Kawalec
Katarzyna KawalecTranslator & Interpreter
My efforts would be full of blind guesswork without this guidance. I'm not stumbling in the dark. I'm being guided step by step. That is priceless.
Martyna Prandzioch
Martyna PrandziochCommunity member
Week after week, I prove to myself that nothing is impossible. I move forward like a bulldozer, checking off one milestone after another.
💪 14 ❤️ 9
Member: I thank God for finding you guys and the community, you're one of a kind
Marcel Ślusarczyk
Marcel ŚlusarczykProduct Manager, FinTech
Everything I need to move forward is finally in one place. This platform made the impossible feel doable.
Member message: What a day! Thank you Sylvia!
Adnan Gul
Adnan GulCloud & Platform Reliability
Couldn't have been a better name for the platform. It has indeed opened doors for me.
Marta Ryniecka
Marta RynieckaB2B GTM Strategy
Thanks to AU, we stay motivated and keep moving forward 🙏
You're not doing this alone

Hundreds of high achievers
are already inside.

And the ones taking action are already winning.

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Free self-check

You built the career.
Now let it sponsor you.

You've already built a career worth recognizing. This quick 2-minute check shows which visa path fits it best — and gives us the context to guide you well should you book a 1:1 consultation. No email required.

Which best describes your field?

Have you received notable recognition?

Awards, honors, or meaningful public acknowledgment of your work.

Media, judging, publications — what do you have?

Pick the strongest one that's true today.

Does your work serve a broader U.S. interest?

Beyond your employer — public health, economy, innovation, education, security.

Have you made an impact in your field?

Beyond just doing the work — the effect it's had.

What matters most right now?

How soon do you plan to file?

This decides your best next step.

    The 1:1 consultation is $250 — credited toward your petition if you proceed (within 30 days).

    This self-check is an educational starting point based on how these categories generally work — not legal advice, and not an eligibility determination. Every case is decided on its own facts by USCIS.

    The petitioning maze, solved

    Wondering how to petition for a
    self-sponsored visa?

    Stop guessing your way through the petitioning maze. Join a community built by people who know the best practices for turning high-impact careers into winning petitions — with on-demand attorney support and member success stories to prove it. A winning petition built in months, not costly years.

    ❌ What you're up against

    • You don't know what to do — the visa process feels like a maze with no map
    • You're stuck in research mode: endless forums, outdated videos, conflicting legal advice
    • You're doing this alone — and that's what makes it overwhelming and exhausting
    • Lawyer advice makes you cringe; everybody says something different
    • You're worried you don't qualify, and clear answers seem to cost a fortune

    Let's be real — this process can feel like a black hole.

    ✅ What you'll get instead

    • A clear, step-by-step game plan for EB-1A, EB-2 NIW and O-1 — the map you've been missing
    • The option to hand it over: work 1:1 with visa alumni, paralegals and a partnered licensed attorney — your petition prepared start to finish, one team, one strategy
    • Resources that actually answer the question — detailed courses, frameworks and materials built for self-petitioners, not recycled forum advice
    • A community that's got your back: people on the same journey, and those who've already made it
    • A clear read on where you actually stand — multiple eligibility touchpoints, and a consultation fee credited toward your petition

    Two ways in: start free in the community, or go straight to 1:1. Either way, you stop guessing.

    Inside the community

    Support like nowhere else,
    in three steps.

    Whether you're figuring out what this involves, actively building your petition, or ready to work with an attorney — this system meets you exactly where you are.

    Step 1 — Connect

    If you're exploring your options, you'll get real conversations, strong case examples, and clarity on what's actually possible — without pressure to commit, file, or decide quickly.

    You'll orient yourself fast and gain confidence in what route makes sense for you.
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    Community DiscussionsAsk the question you're embarrassed to ask. People who've filed will answer.
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    Say Hey!Find people in your field, your country, your exact situation.
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    Live EventsMonthly workshops and Q&As — recorded to rewatch.
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    Wins & MilestonesApprovals and submissions, posted by the people who made them.

    Step 2 — Learn

    Stop asking "what are these visas in theory?" and start answering "how does this apply to me?" — with step-by-step training that breaks each path down at a micro level.

    Self-assess honestly, match criteria to your achievements, and avoid weak or misaligned strategies early.
    🎓
    EB-1A Course🚀 Top performers — demystifies the extraordinary ability standard, maps achievements to criteria.17 video lessons · 22 strategic frameworks · 12 templates · ~2h 51m
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    EB-2 NIW Course💡 Vision-driven professionals — the three prongs, your proposed endeavor, national importance.12 video lessons · 22 strategic frameworks · 12 templates · ~2h 15m
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    O-1 Course🔍 High-potential talent — from selecting the right petitioner to compelling evidence.13 video lessons · 22 strategic frameworks · 11 templates · ~2h 30m
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    36+ Templates & WorksheetsPetition structures, exhibit indexes, recommendation letter frameworks.

    Step 3 — Act & File

    The most hands-on part of America Unlocked — for members who want support with their petition. Start-to-finish collaboration, with legal representation by a partnered attorney.

    This step is for you if you want your case presented in the way best designed for approval, expert feedback throughout, and support through filing and beyond — without second-guessing every step.
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    Start-to-finish 1:1 petitioningFull petition preparation and letters drafting — done for you, not dumped on you.
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    Legal representation by a partnered attorneyStrategy through filing, handled with legal expertise and advice.
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    Weekly / bi-weekly 1:1 callsReal momentum and accountability, not a ticket queue.
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    A modern workflowProject tracking in Notion and Slack, AI chatbots to collect information instead of boring forms.
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    Treated as a partner in your caseNot a case number. You stay informed and involved throughout.
    Individual Collaboration · done for you

    The highest level of support
    we offer — and the easiest visa
    decision
    you'll have to make.

    Your petition prepared start to finish, with legal representation by a partnered attorney. It's the easiest decision you'll make — because for the first time you'll have absolute clarity on what's ahead. No more confusion, no more conflicting advice, no more being left in the dark.

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    Strategy & category

    Which visa, and why — decided before you commit a year of your life to the wrong one.

    ✍️
    Full petition preparation

    Your petition and recommendation letters drafted around the evidence you actually have.

    ⚖️
    Attorney representation

    Legal representation and advice from a partnered licensed attorney, strategy through filing.

    💻
    Weekly 1:1 calls

    Weekly or bi-weekly sessions that keep real momentum — never a ticket queue.

    🎯
    A modern workflow

    Project tracking in Notion and Slack, with AI chatbots collecting your information and checklists instead of boring forms.

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    Evidence portfolio strategy

    Not sure your record is ready? We don't just take you as you are — we can guide you in building a stronger portfolio of evidence for your expertise, so you file from strength.

    By consultation · limited capacity

    You're treated as a partner in your case — not a case number.

    Book a consultation
    Fee credited toward your petition · valid 30 days
    Pawel Kordos
    "We have our green cards and we're living our American Dreams thanks to America Unlocked! 🤩"
    Pawel Kordos · Director, Cybersecurity & Fintech
    Considered Canada → EB-1A green card holder
    Sylvia Gorajek, founder of America Unlocked
    Because you deserve it

    Started with my story.
    Built for yours.

    I was running a venture-backed startup, speaking at Google, helping Netflix launch — and still being told I didn't qualify. It took me years to find the path. When I did, the visa battle ended, and I could start living a life.

    Sylvia Gorajek — Founder of America Unlocked. Featured in Forbes, HuffPost, Business Insider. Speaker on stages of Google, Salesforce, DocuSign. Ex-Netflix and Apple.

    My own path — 12 years, two denials, one green card.

    O-1
    Denial
    O-1
    Approval
    E-2
    Approval
    E-2
    Denial
    EB-1A
    Approval
    Citizenship
    Achieved
    Every stop on this timeline is why this platform exists.
    "I didn't want this to be just another profile-building service, legacy lawyer referral, boring forum or access to generic courses. Leveraging my whole curated network, I built an all-in-one platform and support system to actually help you petition for a self-sponsored visa in a modern way — while maximizing your chances for approval.

    This is what I, and hundreds of others I've guided, wish we had: a space filled with empowerment, support, and truly practical help. And each month, we meet live to check your progress.

    Finally — you're not doing this alone, and you'll have full confidence in the process."
    — Sylvia Gorajek, Founder
    🌍 Empowering Global Talent
    🎓 Built by Self-Sponsored Alumni
    ⚖️ Attorney-Powered
    ✨ Reimagined Support System
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    A space built for action

    Who America Unlocked
    is for — and who it's not.

    This is for you if…

    • You're a skilled international professional ready to make real progress toward a self-sponsored visa and green card
    • Your career is in STEM, IT, business, health, education, media, creative, entertainment, law or finance
    • You're considering self-petitioning or hiring an immigration attorney — and want informed participation either way
    • You want structure, expert insight and community instead of doing it alone

    You're starting with experience. Now it's time to turn it into momentum.

    This is not for…

    • People with no plans to pursue a self-sponsored visa, now or in the future
    • Those at a career standstill with no drive to take their next step
    • Anyone expecting a petition filed without meeting clear eligibility criteria
    • Anyone expecting attorneys or the team to provide the evidence for you — this process requires your participation
    • Businesses, agencies or brands seeking services for their teams

    If that's you — no hard feelings. If it's not, you're in the right place.

    Know your options

    Three powerful ways to
    self-sponsor your future.

    EB-1A

    Extraordinary Ability — permanent
    • No U.S. employer required
    • Fastest self-sponsored green card
    • For recognized career contributions and major achievements
    • Higher evidence standard, flexible across fields
    Great option for those already recognized in their industry

    EB-2 NIW

    National Interest Waiver — permanent
    • No U.S. employer required
    • Based on future plans and contributions, not just past achievements
    • For entrepreneurs, researchers, STEM and changemakers
    • Longer process for some nationalities due to quota backlogs
    Focuses on national importance and your ability to deliver

    O-1

    Extraordinary Ability — temporary
    • Requires a U.S. agent or petitioner — not fully self-sponsored
    • Often the fastest way in; extendable long-term
    • For creatives, founders, consultants and STEM experts
    • Can strategically open the door to a future EB-1A
    America's most underrated path to a U.S. career breakthrough
    Full transparency

    Here's exactly what this is.

    We want you to know precisely what you're joining — so here are the straight answers, plainly.

    Really free. All three courses, 36+ templates, live events and recordings, and the community itself. No paywall inside, no expiry, no credit card. We don't sell information — we changed that model in 2026.

    No. You can book a 1:1 consultation right away without being a member.

    Many people start in the free community because it's the easiest way to work out where you stand. But if you already know you want to proceed with focused expert help on your own case, go straight to the consultation — the fee is credited toward your petition if you move forward within 30 days.

    Start with the free self-check on this page — two minutes, no email — then go deeper with the courses inside the community, which break down every criterion in detail. When you want a real read on your specific profile, submit it for review or bring it to a 1:1 consultation.

    Yes — through our partners. We work with kick-ass immigration attorneys and paralegals, so when you choose Individual Collaboration you get legal representation by a partnered attorney alongside our team's petition preparation, from strategy through filing. It's a "done for you" experience with people who do this every day.

    Until you retain a partnered attorney, no. America Unlocked is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. We provide education, strategy, and mentorship based on real cases, patterns, and expert insights.

    It's the "done for you" path — full petition preparation and letters drafting, weekly or bi-weekly 1:1 calls, and legal representation by a partnered attorney from strategy through filing. You get a modern workflow with project tracking in Notion and Slack, and you're treated as a partner in your case rather than a case number. Start by joining the community or booking a consultation — we'll walk you through exactly what it involves and what it costs before you commit to anything.

    It's a working session — not a sales call. Bring your profile; leave with your category, your evidence gaps and a realistic plan. If we're not the right fit for you, we'll say so on the call. The fee goes toward your case if you decide to proceed, with the credit valid for 30 days.

    This process requires your active participation — and it comes in waves. The busiest stretch is at the beginning, when we go deep on everything you've done in your career and pull out the evidence worth using. Then there's a quieter period while your petition is being built in the background. It picks up again toward the end, when you review everything before filing. Most people find those first and last stretches genuinely energising: it's the first time their career gets laid out and taken seriously.

    Instant access. You'll be greeted inside, encouraged to say hi and show up at live events — and once you do, all courses unlock. From there: learn, self-assess, and start building. 1:1 support is available whenever you want it.

    The part we have control over — building a strong petition — typically takes up to 12 weeks, depending on your experience and how much evidence is already in place. The rest depends on current USCIS processing times, which vary from about two weeks with premium processing to a year or more. It's all broken down in the courses inside the community if you'd like more detail — and we'll always give you the current honest picture when you connect with us.

    You control what you share publicly. Anything you discuss in a 1:1 consultation or with a partnered attorney is handled confidentially under that professional relationship.

    Use the free community properly — it exists for exactly that. People file successfully from the free resources. Come back if and when you want a team on your case.

    Yes. The community is free and you can leave whenever you like — no lock-in, no cancellation hoops. If you're in an Individual Collaboration engagement, the terms are agreed up front in writing before anything starts, so you always know exactly where you stand.

    Your American Dream
    awaits.

    Choose your best path, build your strategy, and file a winning petition — without wasting years on random decisions and hope.

    No credit card for the community. Ever.