This post dispels some common myths about NIW and introduces some reasons why partnering with an experienced lawyer could significantly benefit you in applying for NIW.
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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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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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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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A 3-year bachelors degree may not be found equivalent to a US bachelors degree, which may affect the outcome of an EB-2 NIW case.
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Although publishing papers and patents can help an NIW petition, applicants can be approved without papers or patents if they can show a significant degree of influence and impact in…
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We just had a National Interest Waiver (NIW) I-140 petition approved from USCIS Nebraska Service Center only two weeks after the petition was upgraded to premium processing.
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The NIW is typically sought out by scientists who lead and develop original research in topics highly important to the country, but it can also be used – with the…
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We just had a National Interest Waiver approval for an innovative entrepreneur who provides a unique solution in a particular space.
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NIW petitioners should propose more than a simple job search, they should present evidence of interest in their specific research or business project.
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Three strategies to succeed in the “national importance” prong of a NIW petition: be specific, identify industry-wide impacts, and focus on innovations.
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NIW applicants who are qualifying based on exceptional ability should provide as much documentation as possible to show they are exceptional compared to others in their field.
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While there is no specific number of years of experience required for an NIW application, applicants should have a strong track record of significant success in their industry.
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Scott Legal, PC just had a National Interest Exception Application (NIE) approved by the U.S. Consulate in Prague. The NIE was approved under the new, stricter guidance.
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For NIW applicants who are applying as entrepreneurs, a comprehensive business plan is an important part of the NIW application.
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The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is an employment based green card category. The NIW falls under the EB-2 category, which means that as a threshold requirement each applicant must have an…
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The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is an employment based green card category that permits applicants to self-petition. The NIW falls under the EB-2 green card category, which means that any applicant…
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The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is an employment based green card category that permits the applicant to self-petition. Applicants can also be sponsored by an employer. The “waiver” part of the National…
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A National Interest Waiver is a green card petition that falls under the employment-based second preference (“EB-2”) category. Normally in this category an employer must go through a PERM labor…
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The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is an employment based green card category that permits self-petitioning. The waiver part of the name is based on the fact that this green card…
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The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is an employment based green card option in the EB-2 category. To qualify for an EB-2, the applicant must have an advanced degree or its…
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The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is an employment based green card category that permits self-petitioning. The waiver part of the name is based on the fact that this green card…
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Expert letters are an important part of a National Interest Waiver application, as they can be used to discuss the applicant’s professional history and success, as well as explain the…
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The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is an employment based green card category. The NIW falls under the EB-2 category, which means that as a threshold requirement, each applicant must have an…
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