Can I use WES (World Education Services) to evaluate my degree for EB-2 NIW?

Yes. WES (World Education Services) is one of the most recognized foreign credential evaluation agencies in the United States, and its report is commonly useful in EB-2 NIW petitions to demonstrate the equivalency of your degree to American academic standards.

The evaluation translates your education obtained outside the U.S. into a format understood by universities, employers, and official agencies. This helps support the portion of the process that addresses your academic qualifications.

A few points are worth noting:

• Not every case requires the exact same type of report; verify what applies to your specific profile.
• Supplemental documents may be requested to further support the equivalency finding.
• Choose established and transparent evaluation services, and be cautious of any promising guaranteed results.

Since requirements can vary, it is worth checking the latest USCIS guidance and confirming with a specialist that the chosen evaluation meets the needs of your case before you file.

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