Success Story: A PhD Student Secured NIW Approval with Direct Premium Service Despite RFE

Client’s Testimonial:

“I recently got my EB2-NIW approved, thanks to the amazing support from the Chen team. My experience working with them was exceptionally positive, and I would highly recommend them to anyone considering applying for EB2-NIW (I have already referred them to a couple of my friends and family members)!”

On August 16^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver approval for a PhD Student in the Field of Computer Science (Approval Notice).

General Field: Computer Science

Position at the Time of Case Filing: PhD Student

Country of Origin: Japan

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Illinois

Approval Notice Date: August 16^th, 2025

Processing Time: 5 months, 3 days (Premium Processing Requested)

Case Summary:

We are pleased to announce the approval of an EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition for an accomplished researcher in computer science. The petition was approved on August 16, 2025, after a request for evidence was successfully addressed.

Research Focus and Proposed Endeavor:
With an M.S. in electrical and computer engineering, the client has built his career around advancing robotics research. His proposed endeavor is to develop state-of-the-art robotics approaches that enable robots to autonomously manipulate objects and navigate in unstructured, unfamiliar environments. These innovations have broad applications, from automating repetitive tasks in industrial settings to providing assistive solutions in healthcare and home environments. By addressing critical societal needs such as workforce efficiency and elder care, his work represents an endeavor of substantial merit and national importance.

Publications and Citations:
The client has authored 6 peer-reviewed conference articles (3 of them first-authored and 1 co-first-authored) and 3 preprints (all first-authored). In computer science, conference publications are recognized as a primary venue for groundbreaking research, often carrying greater prestige than journal publications in other disciplines. His work has already garnered 157 citations, reflecting its influence and the adoption of his methods by independent researchers worldwide.

Peer Recognition and Review Service:
The client has also contributed significantly to the academic community through at least 30 peer reviews for top conferences in robotics, machine learning, and computer vision. This service underscores the recognition of his expertise, as only highly regarded specialists are invited to evaluate the work of peers in these fields.

Demonstrating Significance:
In the petition, we highlighted not only the strong citation record and prestigious publication venues but also how his methods have been directly applied by independent researchers to advance robotic navigation, manipulation, and learning systems. These tangible examples of peer reliance established his impact as a researcher whose work is shaping the trajectory of robotics and artificial intelligence.

NIW Approval and Outlook:
By combining a strong record of publications, high-impact citations, a recognized peer review service, and a clearly defined plan to advance robotics research in the U.S., the petition successfully demonstrated that the client is well-positioned to make significant contributions to the national interest.

At NAILG, we congratulate our client on this important achievement and look forward to his continued advancements in robotics and intelligent autonomous systems.

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).

Our Ten Thousand I-140 Approvals Provide Unprecedented Insight into the USCIS Adjudication Trend

With more than 58,000 EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW and O-1 cases approved, we have first hand information on the manner in which the USCIS adjudicate I-140 cases. As the USCIS has constantly changed its adjudication standards for the EB-1A, EB-1B and EB-2 NIW categories, our firm's huge database of successful cases gives you unprecedented insight to USCIS adjudication trends. We carefully analyze the data for all of our cases and apply the results of our analyses toward giving our clients up-to-date advice and adapting our strategies such that we remain on par with the ever-shifting landscape of immigration law in the U.S. With us, you will always have access to important updates, strategies, and information so that you can make the most informed decisions about your case.

We Have Helped Hundreds and Thousands of Clients with Credentials and Backgrounds Similar to Yours

With our exceedingly large number of successful petitions, no matter what credentials you have, no matter your background and field of expertise, no matter your visa status or nationality, chances are we have helped hundreds or even thousands of clients just like you. Our clients are usually impressed with how well we understand their research and work. Our insight and understanding stems from the fact that we have handled many cases with elements similar to yours already, and this helps us devise the best strategies for each individual petition.

Vast Majority of Clients Came to Us Because of Referrals

For years, our firm has attracted new clients based solely on word of mouth, recommendations, and the positive collaboration experiences shared with them by their friends and family. We take pride in our reputation and work hard to ensure that we provide a green card application experience that our clients are happy to share with their friends and colleagues. That is how our cumulative total of approved cases grew from 600 in 2013 to over 58,000 in 2025.