Case Summary:  

“It is thus clear that [Client] provides abundant benefits to transportation infrastructure in the U.S., which demonstrates the national importance of his work.”

This statement from one of four expert recommendation letters captures the significance of a transportation and traffic engineering expert with a Ph.D. in Infrastructure & Environmental Systems – Transportation Systems Analysis and Operation, whose EB-2 NIW petition we proudly guided to approval. Despite an RFE during adjudication, the petition was approved after NAILG presented a compelling case that established both the national importance of the client’s research and the client’s proven ability to advance it.

Advancing the Future of U.S. Transportation Systems:

As an expert in transportation systems and data analytics, the client’s proposed endeavor focuses on developing and applying machine learning models to analyze massive traffic datasets. This research aims to uncover key factors that influence travel time prediction, reliability, and safety—knowledge that underpins the modernization of America’s transportation infrastructure.

The client’s innovations have direct applications in traffic operations, crash prevention, and intelligent mobility systems, advancing the federal mission to build safer, more efficient, and more sustainable road networks. At the time of filing, the client was employed as a traffic engineer, managing major transportation modeling and safety projects that integrate AI-driven algorithms into real-world design and planning.

Our Comprehensive Petition Strategy:

To secure this NIW approval, North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) employed a multi-layered strategy demonstrating the client’s extraordinary capability and the broad national impact of the research:

• We showcased a prolific publication record of 8 peer-reviewed journal articles (7 first-authored), 1 first-authored conference paper, 1 accepted abstract, and 3 technical reports, forming a body of work that has shaped the study of traffic flow and accident prediction.
• We emphasized 410 citations, reflecting exceptional international recognition and academic influence.
• We highlighted 12 completed peer reviews for prestigious journals, proving professional acknowledgment as an expert evaluator.
• We documented major funding support from the U.S. Department of Transportation, validating institutional confidence in the client’s contributions to national transportation safety and innovation.

The Result:

USCIS ultimately recognized the client’s sustained record of success and national-level contributions in transportation and traffic engineering. Despite the initial RFE, our detailed response and evidence-based strategy convinced USCIS of the substantial merit and importance of the client’s endeavor.

We at NAILG are honored to have guided this exceptional researcher through the NIW process. This approval not only highlights the client’s dedication to improving transportation safety and mobility but also reaffirms NAILG’s commitment to securing success for professionals whose work advances the technological and societal priorities of the United States.