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How can I prove that my work will impact my field more broadly to support national importance for an NIW petition? National Interest Waiver

How can I prove that my work will impact my field more broadly to support national importance for an NIW petition?

To support national importance for NIW, the applicant can focus on their innovative approach or technology that is different and better than the conventional approach in their field. Innovation can impact the field as a whole, and therefore the benefits…
July 6, 2023
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What is the difference between expert letters for O1 or EB1A petitions compared to NIW petitions? Can I re-use the same letters I used for a different category petition? National Interest Waiver

What is the difference between expert letters for O1 or EB1A petitions compared to NIW petitions? Can I re-use the same letters I used for a different category petition?

This post summarizes the nuances of how expert letters play different roles in O1, EB1, and NIW petitions and how they are prepared differently.
June 30, 2023
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The role of publications in NIW cases: How to use your published works to demonstrate your unique contributions and impact in your field National Interest Waiver

The role of publications in NIW cases: How to use your published works to demonstrate your unique contributions and impact in your field

Publications can be used to demonstrate the applicant’s expertise, highlight the applicant’s contributions, and showcase the influence the applicant’s work has had on the field and indicate their future work will be just as influential, which is key to an…
June 29, 2023
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I’m an engineer working at a large electronics company. How can I showcase the impact of my work for an NIW petition if I have no papers or patents? National Interest Waiver

I’m an engineer working at a large electronics company. How can I showcase the impact of my work for an NIW petition if I have no papers or patents?

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 product attributable to their work, and by a record of…
June 9, 2023
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How can an entrepreneur win an NIW case based on creating benefits to an economically depressed area? 3 Points To Remember. National Interest Waiver

How can an entrepreneur win an NIW case based on creating benefits to an economically depressed area? 3 Points To Remember.

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 awards, and letter of support from government agencies.
May 31, 2023
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Alternative ways entrepreneurs can prove they are well positioned to advance their endeavor in an NIW petition National Interest Waiver

Alternative ways entrepreneurs can prove they are well positioned to advance their endeavor in an NIW petition

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, and letters from third party experts.
May 26, 2023
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