16 I-140 Approvals on September 22, 2026
The following success stories highlight 16 I-140 NIW petition approvals reported on September 22, 2026. Client names and internal identifying details have been omitted to protect confidentiality.
Each summary includes the applicant’s category, field, country of birth, current residence, current and proposed role, degree, publication and citation record, recommendation and testimonial letter counts, service center, and premium processing strategy.
NIW Approvals (16)
#1: NIW in Biomedical Science
Born in Bolivia and residing in the United States, this applicant is currently a Graduate Research Assistant and proposes to become an Assistant Professor. The NIW petition was approved in Biomedical Science.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 10 publications and 45 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 4 recommendation letters with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center without premium processing and was approved in 769 days.
#2: NIW in Environmental Engineering
An Indian-born applicant residing in the United States works as an Assistant Biosafety Officer and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Environmental Engineering.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 14 publications and 378 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 4 recommendation letters with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
#3: NIW in Pathology
Born in Egypt and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Resident Physician and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Pathology.
The applicant holds an M.B.B.Ch. degree and had 17 publications and 61 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 4 recommendation letters with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved in a non-STEM field.
#4: NIW in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
A Bangladeshi-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Senior Research Fellow and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 67 publications and 1,106 citations at the time of filing.
The petition proceeded without any supporting letters. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#5: NIW in Molecular Neuroendocrinology
Born in South Korea and residing in the United States, this applicant works as an Analyst in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Molecular Neuroendocrinology.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 4 publications and 45 citations at the time of filing.
No recommendation letters were submitted, but 2 testimonial letters were included. The case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
#6: NIW in Chemistry
An Iranian-born applicant residing in the United States is currently a Ph.D. student (PhD Researcher/Teaching Assistant) and proposes to become a Postdoctoral Researcher. The NIW petition was approved in Chemistry.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 3 publications and 29 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 2 recommendation letters with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
#7: NIW in Agronomy
Born in Brazil and residing in the United States, this applicant works as an Assistant Professor and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Agronomy.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 49 publications and 216 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 4 recommendation letters with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
#8: NIW in Biomedical Informatics
A South Korean-born applicant residing in the United States is currently a Ph.D. student (Research Assistant) and proposes to become a Research Associate. The NIW petition was approved in Biomedical Informatics.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 9 publications and 72 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 2 recommendation letters and 2 testimonial letters, the case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with upfront premium processing.
#9: NIW in Materials Science and Engineering
Born in Taiwan and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Postdoctoral Research Associate and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Materials Science and Engineering.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 5 publications and 128 citations at the time of filing.
No recommendation letters were submitted, but 1 testimonial letter was included. The case was adjudicated at the Service Center Operations Directorate (SCOPS) Texas Facility with a premium processing upgrade.
#10: NIW in Biomedical Engineering
A South Korean-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Postdoctoral Fellow and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Biomedical Engineering.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 24 publications and 197 citations at the time of filing.
The petition proceeded without any supporting letters. The case was adjudicated at the Service Center Operations Directorate (SCOPS) Texas Facility with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#11: NIW in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Born in South Korea and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Research Scientist Intern and proposes to become a Clinical Pharmacology Scientist. The NIW petition was approved in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 6 publications and 116 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 2 recommendation letters and 1 testimonial letter, the case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
#12: NIW in Economics
A Ghanaian-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Senior Economist in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Economics.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 23 publications and 2,423 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 3 recommendation letters and 1 testimonial letter, the case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with upfront premium processing.
#13: NIW in Complex Systems
Born in China and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Postdoctoral Associate and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Complex Systems.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 21 publications and 868 citations at the time of filing.
The petition proceeded without any supporting letters. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#14: NIW in Oral Pathology
A Pakistani-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Postdoctoral Appointee and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Oral Pathology.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 23 publications and 198 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 1 recommendation letter and 1 testimonial letter, the case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with upfront premium processing.
#15: NIW in Computational Biomechanics
Born in Pakistan and residing in the United States, this applicant is currently a Ph.D. student (Graduate Research Assistant) and proposes to become a Postdoctoral Researcher. The NIW petition was approved in Computational Biomechanics.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 8 publications and 101 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 2 recommendation letters with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
#16: NIW in Epidemiology and Biostatistics
A Chinese-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Biostatistician Entry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Epidemiology and Biostatistics.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 9 publications and 75 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 1 recommendation letter and 1 testimonial letter, the case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
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