Does providing a personal website link (portfolio) replace physical evidence?

No. In EB-2 NIW, a link to your personal website or portfolio can strengthen your case, but on its own it does not replace the formal, verifiable documents that the review typically requires.

An online portfolio is great for giving a broad overview of your projects, publications, and achievements. The issue is that it can be easily edited and is difficult to audit. That is why it works as a showcase, not as evidence.

The strength of a case comes from supporting documentation that confirms each claim in a formal way:

• Degrees, certificates, and proof of educational background.
• Recommendation letters and third-party expert opinions.
• Publications, awards, and verifiable records of your achievements.

In short, use your portfolio to complement and illustrate your profile, but anchor each point with concrete evidence. Since every case is evaluated individually, it is worth reviewing the updated guidance from USCIS and organizing your documentation with professional support.

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