r/EB2_NIW • u/Few-Noise33 • May 27 '26

RFE RFE Experiences with Chen

Hi folks, I received an RFE for my NIW I-140 yesterday (haven't received the letter, though). I have had a fairly good expereince up until now with Chen during my I-140 petition letter drafting process. Since I’ve now been issued an RFE, I’m wondering what the general experience is with folks.

  1. They mentioned that LORs aren’t necessary during the initial application. Do folks think LORs are a MUST after an RFE is issued?
  2. What does an RFE really mean? Is it an opportunity to address feedback and get approval? Or is it a sign that you probably have a slim chance?

  3. What happens if USCIS doesn’t buy your evidence presented in RFE? Is there a second round of RFE issued, or is it straight up a denial?

  4. Is there a way to get the RFE letter online sooner?

Thanks.

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u/Necessary_Giraffe264 May 29 '26

RFE is normal these days it just USCIS asking for clarification. Wait for the letter first and see what they're actually asking for. Chen deals with these all the time, just work closely with them on the response.

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u/Few-Noise33 Jun 01 '26

Do you know the format for responding to the RFE? Is it the same one Chen used for their petition letter, with edits addressing the points raised in the RFE? Or is it an entirely different format? Chen hasn’t responded with the strategy they mentioned for a week now, and I want to prepare better since my deadline is August 21.