Can I include support letters from a senator or American politician?

Yes, you can. In the EB-2 NIW, you may include support letters from a senator or an American politician. They can add to your case, especially when they concretely describe why your work is relevant and how it benefits the national interest of the United States.

It is worth calibrating expectations: this type of letter tends to carry complementary weight. What truly sustains an EB-2 NIW petition are the expert technical letters from specialists in your field who can evaluate the merit of your work with authority. A political letter contributes more through its content than through the title of the person who signs it.

• Favor letters that are specific and substantiated, not generic.
• Prioritize those who can technically evaluate your contribution.
• Use the political letter as reinforcement, not as central evidence.

Ultimately, the USCIS weighs the content and consistency of the evidence, not the prestige of the signatories. It is worth consulting a specialist to determine which letters genuinely strengthen your profile before assembling the full package.

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