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ProfVal's Research Blog
Everything we do is supported by a foundation of PhD-level research. ProfVal's founder has been quoted as an expert within national and international news outlets including: Zippia (the career expert), US News & World Report, MSN Money, Newsday, Pledge it Forward, AACSB Blog and the Chinese world journal.
Understanding Salary Assessments in Immigration Petitions
Learn how high salary evidence is developed and used in EB-1, EB-2 NIW, and H-1B immigration petitions. Research-based analysis from ProfVal.
EB-1 EB-2 NIW dual filing: When It Makes Sense
Zachary Johnson, PhD / Jaume García Olivé / With insights from Fernanda Cortes, founder of Cortes Immigration Introduction It may surprise some to learn that an individual could be approved for an EB-1 while being denied under an EB-2 NIW, or vice versa. The reason is straightforward: they are different visa categories with different legal requirements. Meeting one standard does not guarantee meeting the other. Both the EB-1 and EB-2 NIW are immigrant visa categories that all
From H-1B to EB-2 NIW: Why Starting Early Makes the Difference
The H-1B grants temporary work authorization tied to a specific employer, while the EB-2 NIW is a self-petitioned immigrant pathway to permanent residence — two fundamentally different classifications that H-1B holders often pursue in sequence.
It is common for H-1B holders to begin thinking about the EB-2 NIW shortly after approval; the years spent on H-1B status are often the same years in which the
qualifications and track record for an NIW are built.
USCIS Policy Shift on Adjustment of Status (PM-602-0199): Implications for Visa Holders and Attorneys
USCIS issued PM-602-0199, declaring adjustment of status an extraordinary form of relief effective immediately. Learn what it means for EB-1, EB-2 NIW, and H-1B holders — and what law firms and news organizations are saying.
The U.S. Aviation Labor Market in 2026: Aviation Immigration Implications
Explore how the shifting 2026 U.S. aviation labor market impacts EB-1 and EB-2 NIW aviation petitions. Learn why experience and technical roles matter more than pilot shortages.
Visa Bulletin: March 2026 Update for EB-2
The March 2026 Visa Bulletin marks a notable shift as the EB-2 category becomes “Current” in Chart B. This development may allow eligible applicants to move forward more quickly with filings and adjudications, creating a meaningful opportunity for both pending and new cases.
Understanding Immigration Support Documents: Endeavor Statements, Personal Plans, Professional Plans, and Business Plans
ProfVal supports immigration attorneys and beneficiaries by producing evidence-based documentation—such as Expert Opinion Letters, Personal Plans, Professional Plans, and Business Plans—that align with USCIS adjudication standards and strengthen employment-based visa petitions.
Behind the Documents: How Expert Interviews Add Depth and Credibility
ProfVal’s expert interviews help petitioners and employers strengthen their immigration business plans and Expert Opinion Letters through structured, facilitated discussions with U.S.-based experts. Each session clarifies context, improves accuracy, and supports credible, persuasive visa submissions.
Navigating the Changing Landscape of EB-2 NIW Visas: Rising Denials, Changing Adjudication, and Perspectives from Leading Immigration Attorneys
USCIS is has been applying stricter scrutiny to EB-2 NIW petitions. This shift was most pronounced beginning Q1/Q2 2024. Denial rates are rising, so attorneys stress tailoring to meet evolving standards (Prongs 1 & 3). We have summarized some of the perspectives of leading attorneys.
ProfVal has enhanced its support to address these changes.
Professional and Immigration Business Plans for the EB-2 NIW: Choosing the Right Approach to Describe Your Proposed Endeavor
For the EB-2 NIW, a Professional or Immigration Business Plan can describe a proposed endeavor. Two success cases are discussed.
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