India, Jan. 20 -- The United States has experienced a significant increase in applications for the EB-1A, commonly referred to as the "Einstein visa." The surge occurs as backlogs for employment-based visas keep expanding.

The EB-1A is a unique visa category designated for individuals possessing extraordinary abilities in areas such as science, arts, business, education, or athletics.

In contrast to other visa types, it permits applicants to self-petition for permanent residency without the requirement of a US employer sponsor.

According to statistics from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the number of applications for the EB-1A visa has surged three times in the last four years.

Between April and June 2...