Can questions about the relationship between the foreign and U.S. company trigger an RFE?

Yes. When the relationship between the foreign and U.S. company is not clearly established in an EB-1 petition, the USCIS may issue an RFE (Request for Evidence), a request for additional documents and clarification. Ambiguity or inconsistency about that connection is one of the most common reasons for scrutiny.

Receiving an RFE does not mean the case will be denied. It is a standard step in the process that allows the agency to confirm information before making a decision, often regarding organizational structure and financial or operational ties between the companies.

To reduce this risk, it helps to build a thorough file that makes the relationship unmistakable, including elements such as:

• Corporate documents showing the structure and control between the entities.
• Records of financial and operational ties.
• Organizational charts and supporting materials that explain how the companies relate to each other.

Since each case is reviewed individually, verify the current requirements on the official source (USCIS) and consider having your file reviewed by a specialist before filing.

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