This is the biggest secret in building your successful extraordinary EB1 visa application… This is how ArtistGreenCard Rachel and Kevin say they built their EB-1 petition letters. Check out our review of their EB-1 guide here (their guide is how most of us on this website got our own green cards.)
The USCIS extraordinary visa “E-11 RFE Template” is what your examiner uses to formulate their request to you if they need more information to approve you. It is the basis of the dreaded I-140 RFE document – read about RFE’s here. Z also used this template to compile his own green card petition letter to successfully get his green card.
You have to understand, when Z found this, he said it was a game changer. Before he felt he was sitting an examine that he had never practiced for, having read the template, suddenly all of the USCIS asks were clear; he understood the petition letters structure, purpose and it helped him to build his effective petition letter.
Knowing exactly what the examiner is looking for is empowering and extremely valuable.
The USCIS E-11 Extraordinary RFE Template provides guidance for filing Form I-140 for extraordinary ability in the ARTS, ATHLETICS, BUSINESS, SCIENCES, and EDUCATION. It makes sense in the template how not all criteria are meant to fit for each applicant. Rachel and Kevin said it helped them strategize, because they now had a list of acceptable evidence, meaning that in upcoming projects, they could ensure that they were able to get that evidence to support a persuasive and compelling petition letter.
The USCIS Extraordinary RFE Template outlines the introductory paragraphs, the definition of the E-11 immigrant category, and ALSO gives the suggested evidence that you can submit. As you know from reading this website that the burden of proof is on you – you must provide evidence to satisfy at least 3 of the regulatory criteria to demonstrate you are of extraordinary ability.
The template also explains how to show you will “continue to work” in your area of expertise and “substantially benefit the United States”.
Treat this template like a step-by-step. Z didn’t require a full-on step by step guide but the rest of us did and so we were thankful that Rachel and Kevin built that for us. Perhaps you are just like Z and can figure it out yourself from this template and our articles – if not check out Rachel and Kevin’s guide.
This template helps you fully prepare your petition letter to accompany your Form I-140 and respond to any Requests for Evidence (RFEs) from the USCIS.
It is our opinion that this template should be the building block in crafting, not only a successful response to an RFE, but everyones initial application.
Conclusion
The USCIS “E-11 RFE Template” is a valuable resource for anyone seeking an extraordinary visa. It provides a clear and concise outline of the information that USCIS examiners need to make a decision on your case. The template is also a great way to learn about the RFE process but mostly how to write a successful green card petition letter to avoid an RFE in the first place.
Understanding this template will empower you to approach the petition letter with confidence and maximize your chances of approval. Take advantage of this powerful tool to showcase your extraordinary abilities and submit a strong petition.
Download it below.
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All articles are written from our experiences and the experiences of our colleagues. These are fantastic visas and we wish to empower others in applying. This information is for general guidance only and shouldn’t be considered legal advice.
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