I received an RFE due to very generic letters. Can I request new letters quickly?

The EB-2 NIW visa requires that the submitted documentation be robust, detailed, and well-founded to demonstrate the relevance of your work and the benefits it brings to the United States. When an RFE (Request for Evidence) is issued, it is usually because USCIS identified that some evidence – such as recommendation letters – did not meet the level of specificity and depth expected in your case.

Regarding the possibility of obtaining new letters quickly, it is important to note that the main focus now is to comply with the requirements described in the RFE within the deadline established by USCIS. If the letters sent were considered too generic, the ideal is that you obtain new letters that are more detailed, personalized, and clearly highlight your contributions and skills that justify your EB-2 NIW petition.

This means that each letter should contain specific information about the relationship between the letter writer and you, the projects or research you collaborated on, the results achieved, and the relevance of your work to the field of expertise. The time available to respond to the RFE is a determining factor in this process. Therefore, if you can quickly contact the people who will write the new letters and properly guide them on the points that need to be addressed, it is possible to gather the necessary documentation within the deadline.

However, it is essential to ensure that the new letters convincingly present the elements that demonstrate your exceptional merit and the exception your case represents. Always remember to follow United States immigration laws and guidelines and be cautious of quick solutions that promise miraculous results. It is advisable to seek guidance from professionals specialized in immigration – avoiding scams or misleading marketing campaigns – so that your case is handled with the due care and attention it deserves.

Victoria Harper

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