Is there an interview with DOL?

No. In the EB-2 NIW, the DOL (Department of Labor) does not conduct interviews as part of the process. This is one of the features that makes this path attractive: it waives the job offer and labor certification that other routes require.

DOL typically gets involved when a visa depends on labor certification, a step that examines the effect on the local workforce. Because the EB-2 NIW rests on the relevance of your work to the national interest of the United States, that step does not exist, and there is no formal meeting with the Department of Labor.

Review and eventual approval rest with USCIS. That said, depending on the stage of the process, other steps or interviews may occur at other agencies, so always check the official guidance.

Follow U.S. immigration regulations, rely on trustworthy sources, and be wary of any promises of a guaranteed outcome. A qualified specialist can help you map out each step of your case.

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