A Request for Evidence (RFE) is a detailed, written request sent from the
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services
(USCIS)
to a visa applicant.
In a Request for Evidence, the USCIS may ask the applicant/petitioner to provide (more)
evidence in support of the application or petition that has been filed.
In accordance with the regulations, the applicant/petitioner will be given
a certain amount of time to respond to the RFE and provide the additional evidence.
Although an RFE does not mean that USCIS is about to deny your case, it does mean that the agency is unsure about whether you meet the requirements for the immigration benefit you are applying for.
Responding properly to a request for evidence(RFE) is crucial for the success
of any visa applicant. A failure to respond to the RFE, or
responding with the wrong documents, can cause delays or even a
rejection of the visa application.
What Types of Information May be Requested in an RFE?
RFE’s may require the visa applicant to submit new additional documents or the documents
that have already been submitted with more details ( like latest pay stubs).
Such information and documents might include:
- Documents related to prior work experience
- Documents in support of an employer’s ability to pay
- Records of the applicant’s current and prior stays in the U.S.
- Academic documents such as transcripts or evaluations
- Documents in support of claims of “exceptional ability”
The information is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for
professional advice. Before making any decision, consult with the appropriate professionals. Please refer our
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