Thinking about NIW... For all the experts

[Budweisar]

I work for a defense related company, meaning I do not
work directly with US Army, Navy or Airforce, but for
a company that works with defense sub-contractors viz.
Lockheed, Boeing, Northrop etc. Once in a while,
projects are also direct with army or navy thru 1st
tier contractors. So, my company is like a 2nd tier
supplier to US defense. Considering all this, I was
wondering whether I can file for National Interest
Waiver to get my GC. I have following questions.

1. What is the criteria for "National Interest waiver"?
2. What are the chances of getting approval? Is it extremely difficult?
3. Can I continue my RIR application evenif I file for GC thru NIW? My labor
was filed by your firm back in August 2002 in New York.
4. What happens to my status if my I-140 gets denied? Do I have to get a
new H1 that time?
5. What documents are needed to file for NIW?
6. Are any recommendation letters needed? and if yes, then from whom?

Any help in this matter is highly appreciated. Thanks in advance

-Bud

 

[leroythelion]

1. What is the criteria for "National Interest waiver"?
2. What are the chances of getting approval? Is it extremely difficult?
3. Can I continue my RIR application evenif I file for GC thru NIW? My labor
was filed by your firm back in August 2002 in New York.
4. What happens to my status if my I-140 gets denied? Do I have to get a
new H1 that time?
5. What documents are needed to file for NIW?
6. Are any recommendation letters needed? and if yes, then from whom?

Any help in this matter is highly appreciated. Thanks in advance

-Bud

1. The criteria is that the "United States", whether it be its people or the country as whole, would be adversely affected if the have to wait for YOU to go through labor certification. Lately, showing extraordinary ability has been necessary. The inability of your employer to find qualified workers is NOT a criterion.

2) Yes, it can be difficult

3) It will not affect your RIR

4) It will not affect your present H1 status

5) Whatever it takes to prove your case. Sorry for being vague.

6) Letters are usually the "meat" of your application. They serve as the main source of evidence. Chose your referees carefully.

Brian