New Delhi, Jan. 20 -- Interest in the EB-1A, commonly referred to as the 'Einstein visa', has surged substantially as applicants have found it increasingly difficult to secure traditional employment-based US visas such as the H-1B, according to a Hindustan Times report.

The EB-1A is a unique visa category, designated solely for individuals who possess extraordinary abilities in fields such as science, arts, business, education, and athletics.

It is quite different from other visa types, as EB-1A allows applicants to self-petition for permanent residency in the United States without the requirement of an employer sponsor.

According to data from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the number of applications fo...