Success Stories: Overcoming an RFE to Secure EB1A Approval for Research Advancing U.S. Energy and Resource Security

Client’s Testimonial:

“I had an excellent experience working with the North America immigration Law Group on my EB1A case. They demonstrated exceptional expertise, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the immigration process. When my case received an RFE, they provided a clear strategy and prepared a strong and well-documented response. Thanks to their dedication and knowledge, my EB1A petition was successfully approved. I highly recommend this firm to anyone seeking an experienced and trustworthy immigration attorney.”

On September 24^th, 2025, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approval for a Visiting Researcher in the Field of Electrical Engineering (Approval Notice).

General Field: Electrical Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Visiting Researcher

Country of Origin: Iran

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Alaska

Approval Notice Date: September 24^th, 2025

Processing Time: 3 months, 22 days (Premium Processing Requested)

Case Summary:

Mapping and managing natural resources efficiently is vital to both the U.S. economy and national security. Our client, an electrical engineering expert specializing in remote sensing and hyperspectral imaging, has dedicated his career to developing data-driven technologies that improve mineral resource detection, environmental monitoring, and sustainable energy applications. His research enhances the accuracy of geospatial mapping in remote areas, strengthening America’s ability to identify and manage critical minerals essential for many industrial applications.

With the guidance of the North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG), his EB1A (Extraordinary Ability) petition was approved after successfully overcoming a Request for Evidence (RFE). This approval stands as a testament to his extraordinary record of achievement and the strategic preparation of NAILG’s legal team, who presented clear and compelling evidence of his influence in the field of electrical engineering.

Holding a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, our client has made recognized contributions to remote sensing, signal processing, and artificial intelligence applications in earth observation. His research has resulted in 18 peer-reviewed journal articles (4 first- or co-first-authored), 20 peer-reviewed conference papers (8 first-authored), 1 abstract, and 2 preprints, with 767 citations to date, placing him among the top contributors in his field. His work has also been published in high-impact venues. In addition to his publication record, his influence as a thought leader is reflected in his 238 completed peer reviews for top international journals.

When USCIS issued an RFE questioning the scope and impact of his contributions, NAILG prepared a comprehensive response that clarified the measurable influence of his innovations across multiple industries and research domains. The firm’s detailed legal strategy, grounded in objective metrics, expert endorsements, and comparative field analysis, ultimately led to a favorable decision.

Through this successful outcome, NAILG once again demonstrated its expertise in handling complex RFE challenges and securing approvals for clients at the forefront of science and engineering. Our client’s achievements in remote sensing and electrical engineering will continue to advance national priorities in energy efficiency, sustainable exploration, and technological innovation for years to come.

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North America Immigration Law Group (Chen Immigration Law Associates) is a U.S. immigration law firm dedicated to representing corporations, research institutions, and individuals from all 50 U.S. states regarding I-140 immigration petitions. We specialize in employment-based immigration petition and have a proven record of high success rate for the categories of: EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver), EB1-A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability), EB1-B (Outstanding Researcher/Professor) and O-1 (Alien of Extraordinary Ability).

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