Another NIW Success – Approved for PhD Researcher in Microbiology
We are excited to share another National Interest Waiver (NIW) success story—this time for our client, a talented scientist whose I-140 petition was approved without a Request for Evidence (RFE).
Our client is currently in the U.S. on an F-1 visa, pursuing his Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences. He previously earned his Master’s degree in Microbiology, where his research made a meaningful impact in the medical and scientific community.
Our client ’s journey is a great example of how a well-prepared NIW petition can open doors to permanent residency in the United States—without needing a job offer or labor certification.
What Made Client ’s Case Successful?
To qualify for the EB-2 National Interest Waiver, we had to prove three things:
- His work has substantial merit and national importance.
- He is well-positioned to advance the proposed work.
- It would benefit the U.S. to waive the usual job offer and labor certification requirements.
Client ’s groundbreaking research in microbiology focuses on understanding how human cells repair themselves after being damaged by harmful bacterial toxins—think deadly infections like flesh-eating disease and chronic genetic conditions like muscular dystrophy. His discoveries, including a new cell repair pathway and therapeutic targets, have already contributed to potential treatments in infection control, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s.
His work was funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), presented at prestigious national conferences, and published in peer-reviewed journals. Multiple experts in the field wrote strong letters supporting the importance and urgency of his research.
We put together a compelling NIW petition that highlighted his qualifications, the value of his work to public health, and the national interest in allowing him to continue that research in the U.S.
Result? Approved—no RFE, no delays.
Could You Qualify for a National Interest Waiver?
Client ’s story is inspiring, but he’s not alone. We work with researchers, engineers, entrepreneurs, physicians, and other professionals across the U.S. who may be eligible for a National Interest Waiver based on their expertise and contributions.
If you: Hold an advanced degree (like a Master’s or Ph.D.),
- Are making an impact in your field,
- Have research, publications, or achievements that benefit the U.S.,
…then you might qualify too—even without a U.S. job offer.
Want to find out if you qualify for an NIW?
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We’ll review your background and advise you on the best path forward.
Let’s see how we can help turn your hard work into a green card—just like we did for our client.