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Preventing a Request for Evidence (RFE) proves significantly more manageable than addressing one after it arrives. USCIS does not have to issue an RFE to obtain the information they need to make an informed decision about your petition. Understanding this fundamental principle can save applicants considerable time, stress, and potential complications in their visa application […]

Building a successful immigration law practice requires more than exceptional legal skills. Many talented attorneys struggle with practice growth because they make fundamental marketing mistakes that undermine their business development efforts. Understanding these pitfalls and implementing strategic solutions can transform your practice from surviving to thriving in today’s competitive legal marketplace. Mistake #1: Failing to […]

The H-1B visa application process presents significant challenges for foreign professionals seeking to work in specialized fields in the United States, particularly when demonstrating that their educational background and professional experience meet stringent USCIS requirements. Expert opinion letters have emerged as crucial documents that provide detailed analysis and validation of applicant qualifications, serving as bridges […]

Credential evaluations require exceptional precision and deep understanding of global educational systems. Sheila Danzig, owner of TheDegreePeople.com, has established herself as an industry leader through over twenty years of specialized experience in this field. Her mastery of benchmarking and year counting methodologies has helped numerous individuals achieve their academic and professional goals in the United […]

The immigration landscape constantly shifts, making it essential to remain informed and proactive to prevent unnecessary complications. Recent USCIS updates highlight the critical importance of using current immigration forms for all submissions. When you submit outdated forms, your entire application faces immediate rejection, creating additional stress and significant delays in your immigration journey. Sheila Danzig, […]

While specialty occupation, wage level, and employer-employee issue RFEs have dominated discussions since 2017, the traditional 3-Year Degree H-1B RFE remains a persistent challenge. H-1B beneficiaries with 3-year bachelor’s degrees earned outside the United States consistently receive RFEs and Denials for the missing fourth year of college. Even though the Indian 3-year bachelor’s degree contains […]

The H-1B visa application process presents significant challenges for employers and foreign professionals seeking specialty occupation positions in the United States. Expert opinion letters serve as fundamental elements in many H-1B petitions, providing critical documentation that bridges the gap between foreign qualifications and U.S. requirements. Sheila Danzig, director of Career Consulting International (CCI) and founder […]

What Is an RFE?A Request for Evidence (RFE) is a notice issued by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) when an application or petition for an immigration benefit—such as a visa, green card, or citizenship—lacks sufficient documentation or information for a decision to be made. Receiving an RFE can be unsettling, but it is […]

When the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issues a Request for Evidence (RFE), it can create stress and uncertainty. However, RFEs are not denials—they represent an opportunity to strengthen your case with appropriate supporting documentation. TheDegreePeople.com has extensive experience in helping clients successfully manage the RFE process, ensuring they provide USCIS with exactly what […]