Dr. William:

I may leave my current employer soon, due to the project funding. But I do not want to wait to apply for the Green Card more longer. If I apply for the EB1-EA now. is it true that I do not need even a reference letter from my employer?

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Answer:

For EB1-EA and NIW applications, you do not need official sponsorship from your current employer. You can use your job offer or employment contract to prove your current employment situation.

Also, for EB1-EA and NIW applications, you do not have to have a reference letter from your current employer, you can use other work related documents as evidence to show your work and accomplishment.