Success Stories: 56 I-140 Approvals on May 19, 2026
The following success stories highlight 56 I-140 petition approvals on May 19, 2026. These approvals include 4 EB-1A cases and 52 NIW cases. Client names have been omitted to protect confidentiality.
Each summary below includes the applicant’s category, field, country of birth, current residence, current and proposed role, degree, publication and citation record, supporting letters, service center, and premium processing strategy.
EB-1A Approvals (4)
#1: EB-1A in Disaster-Resilient Infrastructure
Born in India and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Vice President in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The petition was approved under EB-1A in Disaster-Resilient Infrastructure.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 8 publications and 617 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.
#2: EB-1A in Nuclear Medicine
An Indian-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Physician Scientist and proposes to remain in the same role. The petition was approved under EB-1A in Nuclear Medicine.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 27 publications and 225 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 with a premium processing upgrade.
#3: EB-1A in Geomechanics
Born in South Korea and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Scientific Research Senior and proposes to remain in the same role. The petition was approved under EB-1A in Geomechanics.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 20 publications and 578 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#4: EB-1A in Advanced Computing
An Indian-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Program Director in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The petition was approved under EB-1A in Advanced Computing.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 6 publications 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.
NIW Approvals (52)
#5: NIW in Nuclear Engineering
Born in the Republic of Korea and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Nuclear Fuel System Analyst and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Nuclear Engineering.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 35 publications and 282 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 with a premium processing upgrade.
#6: NIW in Agricultural Entomology
A Nepalese-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Postdoctoral Research Associate and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Agricultural Entomology.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 7 publications and 38 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 with a premium processing upgrade.
#7: NIW in Immunology
Born in South Korea and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Postdoctoral Fellow and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Immunology.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 3 publications and 1,148 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#8: NIW in Computational Number Theory
A Ghanaian-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 Computational Number Theory.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 3 publications and 7 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 2 recommendation letters with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was adjudicated at the Service Center Operations Directorate (SCOPS) Texas Facility with a premium processing upgrade.
#9: NIW in Computer Systems
Born in China and residing in the United States, this applicant is currently a Ph.D. student and proposes to become a Tenure-track Assistant Professor. The NIW petition was approved in Computer Systems.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 9 publications and 188 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#10: NIW in Materials Science
A Chinese-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Senior Research Specialist in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Materials Science.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 23 publications and 430 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.
#11: NIW in Plasma Physics
Born in South Korea 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 Plasma Physics.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 8 publications and 77 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.
#12: NIW in Materials Science
A Chinese-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Material Engineer and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Materials Science.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 4 publications and 43 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.
#13: NIW in Bioanalytical Chemistry
Born in Egypt and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Bioanalytical Chemistry.
The applicant qualified through the exceptional ability pathway without an advanced degree and had 3 publications and 88 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.
Notable: Approved through the exceptional ability pathway without an advanced degree.
#14: NIW in Energy Storage
A Turkish-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 Energy Storage.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 8 publications and 90 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.
#15: NIW in Molecular Mechanisms of Neurodegeneration
Born in South Korea and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Postdoctoral Fellow and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Molecular Mechanisms of Neurodegeneration.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 11 publications and 373 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#16: NIW in Materials Science and Engineering
A South Korean-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Staff Engineer in industry and proposes to become a Process Engineer III. The NIW petition was approved in Materials Science and Engineering.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 53 publications and 2,894 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#17: NIW in Computer Science
Born in Nepal and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Computer Scientist and proposes to become an Assistant Professor. The NIW petition was approved in Computer Science.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 3 publications and 20 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 upfront premium processing.
#18: NIW in Spine Medicine
A Chinese-born applicant residing in China works as a Surgeon of Department of Spine and proposes to become a Postdoctoral Research Fellow. The NIW petition was approved in Spine Medicine.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 12 publications and 57 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 1 recommendation letter with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: The applicant was residing outside the United States at the time of filing.
#19: NIW in Materials Engineering
Born in South Korea and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Postdoctoral Research Assistant and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Materials Engineering.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 19 publications and 430 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#20: NIW in Materials Sciences
A German-born applicant residing in the United States works as an Electrodes Team Manager in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Materials Sciences.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 5 publications and 301 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#21: NIW in Computer Science
Born in China and residing in the United States, this applicant is currently a Ph.D. student and proposes to become an Assistant Professor. The NIW petition was approved in Computer Science.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 5 publications and 72 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#22: NIW in Neurosurgical Research
A Pakistani-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Research Specialist II and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Neurosurgical Research.
The applicant holds an M.B.B.S. degree and had 59 publications and 185 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 2 recommendation letters with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was transferred from the Nebraska Service Center to the Texas Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved in a non-STEM field.
#23: NIW in Computer Engineering
Born in Bangladesh and residing in the United States, this applicant is currently a Ph.D. student and proposes to become an Assistant Professor (Researcher). The NIW petition was approved in Computer Engineering.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 16 publications and 175 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 upfront premium processing.
#24: NIW in Microelectronics
A Chinese-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Postdoctoral Associate and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Microelectronics.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 54 publications and 1,040 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#25: NIW in Plant Pathology
Born in Brazil and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Biological Scientist III and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Plant Pathology.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 62 publications and 816 citations at the time of filing.
No recommendation letters were submitted, but 5 testimonial letters were included. The case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
#26: NIW in Immunotherapy
A French-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Research Fellow and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Immunotherapy.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 10 publications and 570 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#27: NIW in Computational Structural Biology
Born in Sri Lanka and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Senior Research Specialist and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Computational Structural Biology.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 14 publications and 759 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.
#28: NIW in Automation and Artificial Intelligence
A Chinese-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Machine Learning Engineer in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Automation and Artificial Intelligence.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 12 publications and 104 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.
#29: NIW in Zoology
Born in Taiwan 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 Zoology.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 13 publications and 420 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 with upfront premium processing.
#30: NIW in Genetics and Genomics
A Chinese-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Scientist in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Genetics and Genomics.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 7 publications and 356 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#31: NIW in Neuroscience
Born in China and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Staff Scientist and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Neuroscience.
The applicant holds an M.D. and had 18 publications and 677 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved in a non-STEM field and without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#32: NIW in Nutrient Management
A Nepalese-born applicant residing in the United States works as an Assistant Extension Educator and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Nutrient Management.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 4 publications and 62 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#33: NIW in Computer Engineering
Born in Vietnam and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Software Development Engineer in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Computer Engineering.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 17 publications and 626 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 upfront premium processing.
#34: NIW in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
An Egyptian-born applicant residing in the United States works as an Assistant Professor, Non-tenure Clinical Track and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology.
The applicant holds an M.B.B.Ch. degree and had 10 publications and 226 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.
Notable: Approved in a non-STEM field.
#35: NIW in Computational Chemistry
Born in Egypt and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Scientist I, Machine Learning and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Computational Chemistry.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 5 publications and 234 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 1 recommendation letter and 1 testimonial letter, the case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with upfront premium processing.
#36: NIW in Materials Science
A Colombian-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Postdoctoral Associate and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Materials Science.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 4 publications and 22 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#37: NIW in Cancer Biology and Immunology
Born in Turkey and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Clinical Research Manager and proposes to become a Research Fellow. The NIW petition was approved in Cancer Biology and Immunology.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 14 publications and 702 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 upfront premium processing.
#38: NIW in Neuroscience
Born in the Netherlands and residing in the United States, this applicant is currently a Ph.D. student and proposes to become an Assistant Specialist. The NIW petition was approved in Neuroscience.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 3 publications and 44 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.
#39: NIW in Internal Medicine
Born in Pakistan and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Resident and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Internal Medicine.
The applicant holds an M.B.B.S. degree and had 10 publications and 111 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 upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved in a non-STEM field.
#40: NIW in Electrical Engineering
A Bangladeshi-born applicant residing in the United States is currently a Ph.D. student and proposes to become an Assistant Professor. The NIW petition was approved in Electrical Engineering.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 11 publications and 1,634 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#41: NIW in Computer Science
Born in China and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Computer Vision (Machine Learning) Engineer in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Computer Science.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 7 publications and 181 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 3 recommendation letters with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
#42: NIW in Cancer Research
A Chinese-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Fellow and proposes to become an Attending Physician. The NIW petition was approved in Cancer Research.
The applicant holds an M.D. and had 6 publications and 161 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved in a non-STEM field and without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#43: NIW in Artificial Intelligence
Born in Taiwan and residing in the United States, this applicant works as an Applied Scientist in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Artificial Intelligence.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 3 publications and 111 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#44: NIW in Semiconductor Manufacturing
A Chinese-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Software Engineer in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Semiconductor Manufacturing.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 3 publications and 4 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 1 recommendation letter and 3 testimonial letters, the case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
#45: NIW in Quantitative Methods
Born in China 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 Quantitative Methods.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 13 publications and 588 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#46: NIW in Electrical Engineering
A Chinese-born applicant residing in the United States is currently a Ph.D. student and proposes to become a Research Scientist. The NIW petition was approved in Electrical Engineering.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 17 publications and 125 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center without premium processing and was approved in 675 days.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#47: NIW in Electrical Engineering
Born in Bangladesh and residing in the United States, this applicant is currently a Ph.D. student and proposes to become a Research Engineer in industry. The NIW petition was approved in Electrical Engineering.
The applicant qualified through the exceptional ability pathway without an advanced degree and had 10 publications and 23 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 without premium processing and was approved in 781 days.
Notable: Approved through the exceptional ability pathway without an advanced degree.
#48: NIW in Control Engineering
A Spanish-born applicant residing in the United States works as a Senior Staff Algorithm Research Engineer in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Control Engineering.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 20 publications and 513 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 with a premium processing upgrade.
#49: NIW in Materials Engineering
Born in Bangladesh and residing in the United States, this applicant is currently a Ph.D. candidate and proposes to become a Postdoctoral Research Associate. The NIW petition was approved in Materials Engineering.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 6 publications and 72 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.
#50: NIW in Additive Manufacturing Engineering
A Kuwaiti-born applicant residing in the United States is currently a Ph.D. student and proposes to become an Assistant Professor. The NIW petition was approved in Additive Manufacturing Engineering.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 7 publications and 206 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#51: NIW in Nanofabrication
Born in China and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Product Engineer 3 in industry and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Nanofabrication.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 4 publications and 52 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#52: NIW in Biochemistry
An Indian-born applicant residing in the United States works as an Assistant Professor and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Biochemistry.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 58 publications and 915 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 with a premium processing upgrade.
#53: NIW in Microbiology
Born in Pakistan and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Postdoctoral Researcher and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Microbiology.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 13 publications and 161 citations at the time of filing.
No supporting letters were submitted. The case was adjudicated at the Nebraska Service Center with a premium processing upgrade.
Notable: Approved without recommendation or testimonial letters.
#54: NIW in Computer and Information Science
A Vietnamese-born applicant residing in the United States is currently a Ph.D. student and proposes to become an Assistant Professor. The NIW petition was approved in Computer and Information Science.
The applicant holds a master’s degree and had 8 publications and 97 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.
#55: NIW in Structural Biology
Born in South Korea and residing in the United States, this applicant works as a Research Associate and proposes to remain in the same role. The NIW petition was approved in Structural Biology.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 6 publications and 357 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 1 recommendation letter and 1 testimonial letter, the case was adjudicated at the Texas Service Center with upfront premium processing.
#56: NIW in Financial Economics
A Pakistani-born applicant residing in the United States works as an Associate Professor and proposes to become an Assistant Professor of Finance. The NIW petition was approved in Financial Economics.
The applicant holds a Ph.D. and had 61 publications and 3,336 citations at the time of filing.
Supported by 4 recommendation letters with no testimonial letters submitted, the case was transferred from the Nebraska Service Center to the Texas Service Center with upfront premium processing.
Notable: Approved in a non-STEM field.