How to organize citation evidence for EB-2 NIW publications?

With a systematic method. In an EB-2 NIW petition, citation evidence helps demonstrate recognition of your work, but it only persuades when it is organized in a clear and verifiable way. The goal is to make it easy for the reviewer to see the impact without having to hunt for information.

A good starting point is to build two complementary lists: one of your publications and one of the citations each publication has received. For each citation, record who cited your work, where the citation appeared (peer-reviewed article, conference, online publication), and a link or copy of the corresponding page.

• Use recognized databases such as Google Scholar, Web of Science or Scopus to identify and verify citations.
• In screenshots, include the date and the page URL to allow verification.
• Sort by relevance or chronology, whichever makes the material easier to read in your case.

Consider adding a summary explaining how the data were collected and why each citation matters in your field. Keep in mind that organizing citations is only one part of the overall petition package. To align everything with current requirements, consult the official USCIS guidance and review your documentation with a qualified specialist.

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