Prepare EB-2 NIW recommendation letters

Recommendation letters

Letters of recommendation are a critical component of the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) immigration petition. These letters provide insight into the applicant’s accomplishments, skills, and experience and help to support the claim that the applicant’s work is of exceptional merit and national importance. In this article, we will provide you with some tips to help prepare the most effective letters of recommendation for your EB-2 NIW petition.

Choose your recommenders carefully: Recommendation letters should be written by individuals who are knowledgeable about your work and qualifications. Ideally, your recommenders should be experts in your field and hold advanced degrees or professional licenses. Consider asking colleagues, supervisors, or university professors who can provide a detailed and insightful evaluation of your work.

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What Starter Kit Includes

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Starter Kit structure, importance of repetitions and choosing the right language

I-140 Cover Letter

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Find list of professions in the section: Starter Kit Templates

NIW Case Builder

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For profession of your choice, to help you identify relevant NIW initiatives and arguments

Original I-140 Cover Letter

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Important also for non-banking professions: from our approved NON-RFE petition

Three Original Reference Letters

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Important also for non-banking professions: from our approved NON-RFE petition

Editable Original Reference Letters

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Word format of our three original reference letters that can be edited

Guide to Request Reference Letters

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Detailed steps we took to acquire reference letters and recommended strategies

Guide to Understand Visa Bulletin

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Find out if your date is current, ie. there is no backlog and no wait time for a green card

Adjustment of Status Guide

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Adjustment of Status explained, along with list of required forms and documents (10 pages)

AOS Sample: I-485, I-765 & I-131

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Forms I-485, I-765, I-131 and Adjustment of Status cover letter in editable Word format

ETA-9089 & ETA-750 Forms

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Select sample form to add to your package

Provide context: Before you ask for a recommendation letter, provide your recommender with background information that the letter is part of your Green Card application. You should also make sure that recommendation letters directly support arguments used in the main application.

How to achieve that? Check EB-2 NIW Starter Kit . You will find there a step-by-step guide for requesting recommendation letters, sample emails how to reach out to recommenders and three sample letters.

Give adequate notice: Give your recommenders plenty of notice before asking for a recommendation letter. This will allow them enough time to deliver on your request and make any required adjustments.

Review the letter before submission: Once you have received your recommendation letters, take the time to review them carefully before submitting them to USCIS. Make sure the letters accurately reflect your achievements and that they support your EB-2 NIW petition.

In conclusion, a well-prepared letter of recommendation can significantly enhance your chances of success in the EB-2 NIW immigration process. By following these tips, you can ensure that your letters are effective and persuasive, and that they provide a strong foundation for your petition.