How to respond to an RFE that questions the integrity of financial and academic documents?

When a RFE (Request for Evidence) in an EB-2 NIW case questions the integrity of your financial and academic documents, the best response is transparency: show, in a verifiable way, the origin and authenticity of each piece in your file. The goal is to dispel any doubt about the accuracy of the submitted material.

Start by reviewing all documents and confirming that every piece of information is correct and complete. In your response, explain where each document comes from and how it was obtained, attaching supporting evidence that reinforces its authenticity.

• Official seals, certificates, and declarations from the institutions that issued the documents.
• Explanation of the origin and the process by which each record was obtained.
• Correction of any inconsistency, replacing the document that raised concerns with the appropriate documentation.
• A cover letter that guides the officer through the key points and provides context for the institutions involved.

Responding in a detailed and organized manner gives the officer a clear and reliable view of your background. Since every case is unique, it is worth reviewing the updated USCIS guidelines and, when facing a sensitive situation like this, seeking specialized support.

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