How to respond to an EB-2 NIW RFE that questions the validity of training documents?

When a RFE (Request for Evidence) questions the validity of your training documents in an EB-2 NIW petition, your response has a dual goal: proving that the documents are authentic and showing why they are relevant to your profile.

Start by gathering evidence that supports the authenticity of each document:

• Official certificates, participation records, and course receipts.
• Statements from the issuing body or letters from recognized institutions.
• Original documents accompanied by certified translations, where applicable.

Then write a response letter explaining, document by document, the content and context of each training and how it reinforces the relevance of your work. Keep in mind that training records are supporting evidence, not a formal visa requirement. Keep everything transparent and consistent, and when in doubt, confirm current requirements with USCIS or a qualified specialist.

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