Can I include ongoing projects in my EB-2 NIW petition?

Yes. Under EB-2 NIW, you can include ongoing projects in your petition, as long as you can show they have a promising future and the potential to generate concrete benefits for your field and for the United States.

Because the project is not yet complete, the weight falls on evidence of progress and direction. It is worth gathering materials that document where the work stands and where it is headed:

• Applied methodology and steps already completed.
• Established partnerships and collaborations.
• Preliminary results and indicators of advancement.
• A clear explanation of how the project is expected to evolve and impact the field.

The focus of EB-2 NIW is your ability to contribute in a significant and sustained way, so combine ongoing projects with consolidated evidence (publications, expert letters, prior research). Since each petition is evaluated individually, verify the current requirements with USCIS or a qualified specialist.

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