Last updated 11 November 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Visa for retired international organization employee SK1 USA
Immigration visa for retired international organization personnel
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Visa for retired international organization employee — what you need to know
Retired international organization employees can immigrate to the U.S. on an SK1 visa, continuing their lives and gaining permanent residency. This visa provides access to work, education, and healthcare, and a pathway to citizenship, supporting their professional and personal growth in the U.S.
Intended for retired employees of statutorily designated international organizations who resided in the U.S. in G-4 status
At least 15 years of residence and physical presence in the U.S. in G-4 status before retirement is required, as well as at least 3.5 years out of the seven years preceding the application for an immigrant visa or permanent status
The Green Card application must be filed within 6 months after retirement
Separate age and prior U.S. residence requirements apply to children; the standard rules for accompanying minor children do not apply automatically here
Due to the 2023 administrative changes and enormous demand, the wait for a visa number may exceed 10 years
Process: 15+ years of residence in the U.S. in G-4 status → Retirement → Filing DS-1884 with the consulate (within 6 months) → State Department approval → Visa number waiting (EB-4 backlog) → Filing I-485 → Green Card
No new job offer is required to obtain permanent residence
The PERM labor certification process is not required
The spouse may obtain permanent status together with the principal applicant and the right to work.
Eligible individuals:
- Retired international organization employee
How does this visa work?
Don’t postpone the application
The visa is processed from 1 year to 1 year 6 months. Many people contact us 3–5 days before their trip, so start the process in advance
How can you prove the basis for the visa?
They clarify the purpose of the visit and future activities in the country
What must be prepared?
Basic package — always required, regardless of the application conditions
What additional documents may be required?
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Are you eligible for this visa?
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.
Official visa information
English international
Type of visa
Immigrant visa
Category
Work immigrant visas