Can a venture capital firm write a recommendation letter saying it invested in me?

Yes, a venture capital firm that has invested in you can write a recommendation letter for an EB-2 NIW petition. The investment itself signals confidence in your work, and that can contribute to your case.

The key is the content of the letter. It should not simply confirm that funding was provided. What adds value is a letter that explains, in a concrete and well-supported way, why your work is noteworthy, what results it has already produced, and how it connects to the national interest of the United States.

It is worth noting that recommendations carry more weight when they come from varied and independent sources. For that reason, the ideal approach is for the venture capital firm’s letter to:

• Complement other letters from experts, academics, or peers in your field.
• Provide a substantive assessment of your merit, not just a financial endorsement.
• Help build a consistent picture of the value of your contributions.

Since each case is evaluated individually by the relevant authority, it is advisable to review the updated requirements on the USCIS website and put together your set of letters with guidance from a specialist.

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