A recent post on 1Point3Acres reveals the denial of a National Interest Waiver (NIW) application submitted in November 2025. The applicant, a PhD holder in materials science currently working in the medical materials industry, received a Request for Evidence (RFE) in January 2026, followed by a denial in May 2026.
Key Details:
- Application submitted: November 2025 (Premium Processing)
- RFE issued: January 2026
- Application denied: May 2026
- Applicant’s background: PhD in materials science with 18 publications and approximately 390 citations
The RFE primarily questioned the relevance of the applicant’s current job to their future endeavors, despite the applicant asserting a clear connection in their materials. The individual believes that the denial may be influenced by broader immigration trends rather than the specifics of their case. They are considering pursuing an I-140 petition through a different route, such as PERM, due to the current challenges in obtaining an NIW approval.
This case underscores the difficulties faced by many applicants navigating the complexities of the U.S. immigration system, particularly in obtaining NIW approvals.
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Source: Masshunter