Foreign nationals who apply for an NIW petition have to show evidence of high qualification in their fields, being an “Advanced Degree Professional” or “Foreign National of Exceptional Ability” and have to provide that they possess the ability to serve the national interests of the U.S. to a greater degree than could other highly qualified individuals in the field. Waiving the standard job offer and labor certification requirements would be guaranteed. For the EB-1, the applicant has to demonstrate that he or she is a worker of extraordinary ability in his or her field of expertise. An outstanding individual is not required to obtain labor certification to receive employment-based permanent residency.