An applicant successfully received approval for their National Interest Waiver (NIW) application after responding to a Request for Evidence (RFE). The approval was granted on May 14, 2026, following the receipt of the RFE on March 5, 2026, which addressed national importance criteria. The applicant utilized a do-it-yourself approach to their application, leveraging insights from various AAO cases to strengthen their RFE response.
Key Details:
- Application filed: January 7, 2026
- RFE issued: March 5, 2026, regarding Prong 1 and 3 national importance
- RFE response submitted: March 25, 2026
- Approval date: May 14, 2026
- Applicant’s profile: 3 published papers, 14 citations, and current employment at a FAANG company
The applicant is now offering to assist others who have received RFEs by reviewing their letters and providing suggestions, encouraging them not to lose hope in their immigration journey.
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Source: r/EB2_NIW