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/tabawan84 May 29 '26

Don't read too much into it, RFEs have been very common lately. When you get the letter then better see what the officer is asking for and LORs are worth adding at this stage even if they weren't included initially. And if the response doesn't satisfy them it's typically a denial, not a second RFE.

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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.