How common are approved EB-2 NIW petitions?

EB-2 NIW petition outcomes vary based on the strength of evidence, the specific criteria addressed, and the adjudicating officer. Each case is evaluated individually based on its own merits and documentation.

How does the Electrical Engineering industry affect EB-2 NIW petition outcomes?

The Electrical Engineering sector has unique considerations for EB-2 NIW petitions. USCIS evaluates whether the petitioner's qualifications and contributions align with the specific requirements of the visa category. Industry context matters for demonstrating the significance and impact of the petitioner's work.

approved EB-2 (NIW) RFE Issued

Ph.D. Candidate

Electrical Engineering · Sri Lanka · 2024-12-11

Processing Time

101 days

Decision Date

2024-12-11

Location

New Mexico

This case is from a publicly available case study. Case studies tend to feature successful outcomes and may not reflect the full range of petition results.

Request for Evidence (RFE)

Successfully Addressed

The legal team provided a solid plan to tackle the RFE, resulting in approval 2 months and 23 days after the RFE was issued.

RFE Targets

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A approved EB-2 NIW (I-140) petition means USCIS determined the petitioner met the eligibility requirements. For appealed cases, "sustained" means the appeal reversed a prior denial. The petitioner can proceed to the next step in the immigration process.

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Outcome approved

Processing 101 days

RFE Issued

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,813

Success Rate 53.7%

Sustained 2,046

Dismissed 1,671

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