An internal medicine resident, currently in their second year of training, successfully obtained approval for their I-140 petition after initially facing a denial. The petition was approved on April 17, 2026, at the Texas Service Center, following a refiled application submitted on March 11, 2026, without any Request for Evidence (RFE).
Key Details:
- First NIW filing: June 2024, denied February 2026
- Refiled DIY: March 11, 2026, after strengthening the case
- Premium processing requested: March 17, 2026
- Approval received: April 17, 2026, at Texas Service Center, no RFE issued
The resident noted that the initial denial was due to insufficient evidence for prong 1 and weak framing for prong 2 of the National Interest Waiver (NIW). For the successful refile, they enhanced their application by including additional letters and improving their evidence strategy.
This case highlights the importance of thorough preparation and understanding of the requirements for NIW petitions, which can significantly impact the outcome for applicants.
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Source: r/EB2_NIW