Portfolio vs Qualification in the US
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It's a bit complex. Nobody in the right mind would hire a bad designer purely because they had a degree. However, many HR departments in larger organizations just want to cover their asses, so a degree may make you less of a risk in their eyes.
In the eyes of the government when applying for a visa, a degree might benefit you as it certifies that you have a certain level of education, and career prospects vs. someone without a degree. However you can probably make a case that you've displayed a specialized and uncommon skill set in your previous employment, and are thus eligible for visa based on unique skills.
So there's no clear cut answer. It depends on who you might work for, and what category of visa you go for. I'd research, talk to someone who knows this stuff for a living, and weigh the expense and time involved in finishing your degree with the marginal value it may offer, and the fact that you may be applying for a visa after a period of "unemployment" which might not look good. That's something to check into as well.
Best of luck!