The Two-Step EB-1A Standard: A Quick Orientation Before examining how the standard has evolved, it is worth grounding the discussion in the framework that governs every EB-1A petition. USCIS evaluates these cases in two distinct steps, both of which must be sa…
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Why Endeavor Framing Is the Foundation of Every EB-2 NIW Petition Most professionals filing for an EB-2 National Interest Waiver understand that they need to show their work is important. What many underestimate is how precisely USCIS expects that importance t…
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The Most Misunderstood Part of an EB-2 NIW Petition When immigration professionals and attorneys talk about EB-2 NIW denials, one phrase comes up again and again: failure to establish national importance. Not failure to prove advanced degree status. Not failur…
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Expert letters can be powerful immigration evidence, but they are also one of the most misunderstood parts of an EB-1A, O-1A, EB-1B, or EB2 NIW portfolio. Many applicants collect letters from supervisors, collaborators, former professors, clients, or respected…
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Why Conference Presentations Matter in Immigration Evidence Strategy Conference presentations are often treated as simple resume items: a title, a date, a venue, and perhaps a link to a program page. For immigration portfolio planning, that approach is usually…
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Why AI and Software Professionals Are Both Well-Positioned and Underprepared for the O-1A The O-1A visa is designed for individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, business, education, or athletics. In…
For many accomplished professionals, the O-1A visa can become an important part of a broader U.S. immigration portfolio. It is often discussed by founders, researchers, software engineers, AI professionals, hea…