Filing a standalone I-140 and indicating consular processing will not invalidate an applicant’s current F-1 status, but may cause issues if you need to apply for a new F-1 visa…
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This post analyzes an NIW approval case study for an environmental engineer, which shows how a research professional in agricultural sciences can prepare a strong application.
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This post analyzes an NIW approval case study for a transportation researcher, which shows how a research professional in a specific field in data science can prepare a strong application.
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Engineers without papers or patents could showcase the impact of their work possibly by combining a letter from a company insider and objective evidence of the commercial success of a…
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Small consulting firms can also be approved for an NIW, depending on what kind of impact it can make to the industry or society as a whole.
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As a part of the EB2 NIW green card application, applicant will be required to attend an interview with either a consular officer or a USCIS officer. This post will…
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To maximize NIW approval potential for STEM professionals, showcasing the applicant’s research, contribution to patents, awards and recognitions, and previous projects in industry settings can help.
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The priority date needs to be Current for applicants to file their I-485 together with their EB2 NIW I-140 petition. This post explains what is a priority date and what…
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To succeed in an NIW petition, an entrepreneur can submit evidence of job creation plus evidence that the jobs will be in an economically depressed area, proof of grants or…
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USCIS measures entrepreneurial endeavors in terms of revenue generation, profitability, valuations, cash flow, or customer adoption, but other metrics can be of equal importance as well.
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it is possible for finance and investment professionals to qualify for an NIW case, but there is a higher risk the benefits of their endeavor may appear limited to the…
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Entrepreneurs can rely on alternative forms of evidence to prove they are well positioned to advance their endeavor for an NIW petition, including ownership of entity, incubator admission, outside investment,…
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Entrepreneurs and startup founders face unique challenges in qualifying for an NIW. This post will discuss the requirements for the NIW, some common challenges, and potential solutions.
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Tips to avoid 5 common mistakes by NIW applicants and lawyers that lead to delays and denials.
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This post will compare two fact patterns that show what factors are important for proving that a researcher is well positioned to advance their proposed endeavor to qualify for an…
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National Interest Waiver (NIW) and O-1 visa are both popular visa categories among highly skilled individuals who have received a certain degree of influence and recognition in their fields. The…
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Getting a US green card through NIW is a process that can take years, even with premium processing. This post will go through each step and provide a general estimate…
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The ability to self-petition, flexibility in the type of work, faster processing times, and accessibility for a wide variety of professionals make the NIW green card an advantageous choice.
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Case study on how can a foreign-trained Ophthalmologist and medical scientist frame their proposed endeavor to maximize their chances for NIW approval.
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This post analyzes an NIW approval case study for a finance researcher, which shows how petitioners in a non-tech field (e.g., economics, social sciences, or humanities) can also prepare a…
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This post overviews the list of evidence USCIS uses when they are evaluating NIW petitions for substantial merit and national importance.
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This post overviews the list of evidence USCIS uses when they are evaluating NIW petitions for substantial merit and national importance.
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Artists can qualify for the EB2 NIW green card if they present sufficient evidence to show their activities will “broadly enhance cultural or artistic enrichment” in the United States. The…
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Yes, it is possible for a lawyer to qualify for an EB2 NIW (national interest waiver) green card, provided the applicant can prove their work has national or global implications…
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To qualify for this criterion, the applicant must show that their work has had an impact beyond employers, clientele, and their specific projects at a level indicating a significant contribution…
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