USCIS emphasizes that recommendation letters in EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) cases are not standalone evidence of eligibility. Instead, they serve to contextualize existing evidence rather than replace it. This clarification highlights the importance of the content and source of these letters in the administrative analysis process.
Key Details:
- Recommendation letters help interpret facts already demonstrated, not prove merit on their own.
- The credibility of a letter is not determined by the signer’s title but by the technical and concrete explanation of the professional’s contributions.
- USCIS evaluates the independence of the source, consistency of technical language, and coherence with the overall evidentiary record.
- Letters that merely reiterate resume information without context have limited evidentiary value.
This guidance is essential for immigrants applying under the EB-2 NIW category, as it underscores the need for well-crafted recommendation letters that provide meaningful context to support their applications. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Rodolfo Chagas