Do letters from partner company directors count?

Yes, letters from partner company directors can count as supporting evidence in an EB-2 NIW petition. They are not a formal requirement, but they help build a picture of your merit when they include detailed, objective information about your work and the impact of your contributions.

For this type of letter to carry weight, it must go beyond generic praise. A strong letter typically:

• Concretely describes your accomplishments and how they connect to relevant initiatives.
• Explains how your work benefits the field, the economy, or society.
• Clearly identifies the author, their authority on the subject, and how they are familiar with your work.

Because recommendations that come solely from direct partners may create the perception of a conflict of interest, it is best to supplement them with letters and documents from independent sources in your field. The consistency and independence of the overall body of evidence strengthen the credibility of the case. It is worth building this strategy with the support of a specialist and reviewing the latest guidance from the official source (USCIS).

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