Step-by-Step Guide to the EB-2 NIW Application Process with Our Business Plan Writers & Personal Statement Support Services.
Open your path to a U.S. green card with a data-driven USCIS-ready EB-2 NIW petition package.
Our EB-2 visa business plan writers handle the heavy lifting—from evidence review to a cohesive petition letter, USCIS-ready business plan, and polished exhibits—so your case is clear, credible, and aligned to the Dhanasar framework. Trusted by highly qualified professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs worldwide.
Let’s tell your story — clearly, credibly, and in line with USCIS expectations.
Your U.S. Green Card Path Starts With a Solid EB-2 NIW Plan.
We help qualified professionals, entrepreneurs, and researchers present a clear, credible EB-2 NIW petition — with custom-made business plans and personal statements that demonstrate their impact and align their project with U.S. national interest goals.
What Is the EB-2 National Interest Waiver Visa?
The EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) is a U.S. green card category that allows you to skip the job offer and labor certification process — if you can prove your work benefits the national interest.
In plain terms: if you're building something with substantial merit (like a tech startup, research-based company, or a business that addresses a public need), and you're qualified to do it, the U.S. may let you live and work there permanently — without needing an employer sponsor.
Who Is This Visa For?
You may be a good fit for EB-2 NIW if:
You have an advanced degree or exceptional ability in your field
You’re launching a business with U.S. economic or social impact (e.g. healthcare, renewable energy, tech, education, etc.)
You can show that your project or venture benefits the U.S. on a regional or national scale
You’re able to self-petition (no employer needed)
This visa isn’t just for academics or researchers. We've worked with startup founders, sustainability consultants, nonprofit leaders, and health tech innovators who all qualified based on their entrepreneurial vision and national impact. One thing is clear, in order to qualify for an EB-2 NIW visa you and/or your business must create economic (e.g., healthcare, renewable energy, tech, education) or social impact — such as serving underserved or vulnerable communities.
Step-by-Step Guide to the EB-2 NIW Petition Preparation with Expert Business Plan Writers & Personal Statement Support
Step 1 — Intake, Eligibility Snapshot, and Case Mapping
Goal: Confirm fit for EB-2 NIW and define a winning narrative.
What we do: Review your background, proposed endeavor, and objectives; identify strengths and gaps; map your story to Dhanasar Prongs 1–3.
Deliverables: Intake checklist, evidence map, recommended case strategy and timeline.
Turnaround: 1–2 business days.
Step 2 — Document Review & Evidence Extraction
Goal: Surface the best proof and organize it for USCIS.
What we do: Deep-dive review of CVs, publications, press, patents, contracts/LOIs, awards, datasets, pilots, grants, traction, and policy alignment sources; extract usable proof and label per prong.
Deliverables: Evidence matrix, gap list, exhibit index template, request list for missing items.
Turnaround: 3–5 business days
Step 3 — Endeavor Statement (2–3 pages)
Goal: Define the proposed endeavor clearly and persuasively.
What we do: Draft a concise, plain-English statement describing the problem, your solution, beneficiaries, U.S. impact, and milestones.
Deliverables: USCIS-ready Endeavor Statement tailored to your field and aligned to national priorities.
Turnaround: 2–3 business days
Step 4 — Recommendation & Intent Letters
Goal: Add credible third-party validation and future-benefit signals.
What we do: Draft tailored content for 4–6 letters (recommendation letters, collaboration/intent letters, MOUs, client interest letters); provide guidance for signers.
Deliverables: Editable letter drafts, signer briefing notes, credential positioning tips.
Turnaround: 3 business days
Step 5 — Business/Professional Plan (25–60 pages)
Goal: Show national importance, feasibility, and execution readiness.
What we do: Build a data-driven plan covering market and policy alignment, target users, competitive landscape, go-to-market, operations, team plan, budget, risk mitigation, and 3–5-year financials.
Deliverables: USCIS-ready business/professional plan that directly supports all three Dhanasar prongs.
Turnaround: 10–14 business days
Step 6 — Petition Letter (15–25 pages)
Goal: Tie everything together into a compelling legal-style argument.
What we do: Draft a structured petition letter that argues Prong 1 (substantial merit and national importance), Prong 2 (well-positioned), and Prong 3 (balancing test) with pinpoint citations to your exhibits.
Deliverables: Petition letter, exhibit cross-references, evidence footnotes.
Turnaround: 7 business days
What Documents Do You Need to Apply?
When applying for an EB-2 NIW, your petition must convincingly demonstrate that your work is in the U.S. national interest and that you are well-positioned to carry it out. Typical documents include: evidence of your advanced degree or exceptional ability (such as diplomas, certifications, publications, awards, or patents), a strong personal statement explaining your proposed endeavor and why you’re qualified to lead it, a USCIS-ready business plan that aligns your project with U.S. national priorities, and letters of recommendation from credible experts in your field.
You may also include proof of past achievements, contracts or letters of intent showing your project is already in motion, and data to support the market or policy impact of your work. We help you identify, organize, and present these materials to ensure your petition tells a clear, credible story that meets all three Dhanasar prongs.
Do I need letters of recommendation or letters of intent? Which is the difference and which are mandatory?
For an EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition, you typically need letters of recommendation — and letters of intent or collaboration letters can further strengthen your case. Here's how each type is used:
1. Letters of Recommendation
These are essential for most EB-2 NIW cases.
Purpose:
To demonstrate that recognized experts in your field support your work.
To prove your work has national or global impact, substantial merit, and aligns with the national interest of the United States.
Who should write them:
Independent experts (not your current or former supervisors, if possible).
U.S.-based professionals carry more weight (but international letters are still valid).
People with impressive credentials (tenured professors, senior researchers, executives, etc.).
Content should include:
Your specific contributions.
The value and uniqueness of your work.
The impact of your work on the field or society.
Why your work benefits the U.S. (for NIW specifically).
Why a waiver of the job offer/labor certification is justified.
2. Letters of Intent / Collaboration / Offer
These are not required but can significantly boost your petition.
Purpose:
To demonstrate future benefit to the U.S.
To show you have plans or interest from U.S. entities (supporting prong 2 and 3 of the Dhanasar framework).
These can include:
Letters of intent to collaborate on research, commercial projects, public programs, etc.
Job offers that are not binding (if you don’t want to go through PERM/labor certification).
Partnership proposals from companies or nonprofits.
Client interest letters (for entrepreneurs or consultants).
Memoranda of understanding (MOUs) for future work.
What We Do.
Our EB2 Visa Business Plan Writers Craft Realistic, Data-Driven NIW Visa Business Plans that Show Why Your Work Matters to the U.S.
If you’re applying for the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW), you already know your work has impact. But proving that to USCIS takes more than a strong resume — it takes a clear narrative, grounded in evidence, that connects your qualifications and project to U.S. national interest goals. Whether you’re launching a business, leading a high-impact project, or responding to a Request for Evidence (RFE), our job is to show why your work matters — and why granting you a waiver of the job offer and labor certification requirements is in the best interest of the United States.
We understand the EB-2 NIW is more than an application — it’s an argument. An argument that you meet all three prongs. That your work matters to the United States. That your leadership is indispensable. That no employer can deliver the impact you can, as an independent petitioner.
That’s the story your business plan and personal statement must tell — and we know exactly how to tell it.
How We Align your Business Plan and Personal Statement to Support Your EB-2 NIW Visa Application
1. We Show That You're Qualified to Lead the Endeavor
We make it absolutely clear that you personally possess the skills, background, and leadership capacity necessary to execute your project or business. This includes demonstrating your advanced degree or equivalent experience in your field, showcasing a proven track record through awards, publications, successful past companies, or impactful work results. We highlight strong letters of recommendation that affirm you are the best person to carry out the initiative. Additionally, we emphasize your past leadership, innovation, or entrepreneurial achievements, as well as your autonomy in previous roles—such as leading product strategy or launching new markets—to reinforce your ability to drive the project independently and successfully.
2. We Prove the Endeavor Is Real & Already in Motion
USCIS isn’t interested in vague plans or aspirations — they require concrete proof that your project is active and progressing. Since you are the lead manager and self-petitioning (not seeking employment by another), we demonstrate that your endeavor is genuine and well underway.
We back this up with signed contracts or letters of intent from partners and clients, a detailed business plan featuring clear milestones, a revenue model, and thorough market analysis, plus any other evidence of traction or progress to show your business is on a real path forward.
3. We Link Your Project to Key National Priorities
This critical step supports Dhanasar Prong 1 and reinforces the credibility of your self-petition. We clearly demonstrate how your work aligns with U.S. federal and state priorities by referencing relevant agencies such as the DOE, USDA, NIH, SBA, and others. We incorporate authoritative policy reports, up-to-date statistics, and national strategies to ground your project in the current governmental landscape.
Most importantly, we show how your business or initiative directly addresses pressing national challenges—whether that’s food security, mental health, education equity, or other areas of high priority—making a compelling case that your work serves the broader U.S. interest.
4. We Prove Why Independence Is Essential for Maximum Impact
Many of our clients are highly qualified professionals who could be employed by a U.S. company. But for EB-2 NIW, we make a compelling case that traditional employment would actually limit your impact. The mission risks dilution under another’s control, whereas your independence guarantees that the national interest goal is fully realized—without compromise or conflict of interest.
5. We Prove That You Are a Professional Filling Gaps Where Employers Don’t Exist Yet
Employers often don’t exist for early-stage innovation and this can be proven by through competitors analysis.
Industries We’ve Written EB-2 NIW Plans For
No matter your field, we adapt to your unique strengths and your project’s realities. We’ve worked with clients in industries including:
Renewable energy
Healthcare & biotech
Education & training
Technology startups
Policy & social impact
Professional services
Arts & culture
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✺Business Plan Delivery Timeline
Our standard turnaround time for an EB-2 NIW visa business plan draft is 10-14 business days, with an additional 2 business days for revisions and delivery of the final version.
In some cases, expedited service is available, reducing the total delivery time to as little as 7 business days.
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✺ Get Your Custom Quote
Request your customized quote based on your specific EB-2 NIW visa business plan type.
Your final offer includes two rounds of revisions at no additional cost, ensuring your business plan meets the highest standards.
What Makes Our EB-2 NIW Plans Different
Writing an EB-2 NIW business plan or personal statement isn’t easy — it takes a deep understanding of both immigration standards and how to frame your professional achievements. That’s where our 10+ years of experience make all the difference. We know what USCIS looks for, and we know how to translate your work into a clear, persuasive case.
Why clients choose us:
✔ We understand how to connect the project and the applicant’s background to the RIGHT U.S. policy priorities
✔ We avoid boilerplate language — everything we write is specific to the applicant’s case
✔ If needed, we work seamlessly with your attorney to fit your strategy
✔ We include realistic start-up costs backed by quotes from potential suppliers
✔ We don’t use templates. We don’t just “make it look good on paper.” We dig into your story, your field, and the policy landscape to craft a business plan and personal statement that actually support your petition.
✔ We craft business plans and personal statements that are fully integrated with the overall EB-2 NIW petition. Every section of the business plan is designed to directly support the three Dhanasar prongs, reinforcing the strength of your case:
Prong 1 (Substantial merit and national importance): by clearly aligning your business mission with specific U.S. policy objectives and demonstrating a significant total addressable market.
Prong 2 (Well positioned to advance the endeavor): by presenting your qualifications, a realistic timeline, budget, and a clear execution strategy.
Prong 3 (On balance, benefits outweigh the need for labor certification): by establishing why pursuing the endeavor independently is critical, and why no U.S. employer could have advanced the same goals without compromising the mission.
Each element of the personal statement, support letters, and project narrative is deliberately backed by data and language from the business plan — creating a cohesive, evidence-based petition that clearly communicates your impact, readiness, and credibility to USCIS. To learn how we help clients turn weak EB-2 NIW business plans into stronger petition supporting documents check our blog.
Our Process.
We keep it simple — and we stay involved throughout
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We learn about you, your work, and your petition strategy. We can talk via Zoom, email, WhatsApp, or any other platform of your choice.
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We develop your business plan section by section — including financials, hiring plan, and market research. We might follow-up if we need clarifications or extra documents such as your resume.
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We deliver the first draft, get your and your attorney’s feedback, and revise up to two more times.
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You receive a polished, USCIS-ready business plan and/or personal statement, fully integrated with your petition package.
Receiving a Request for Evidence (RFE) from USCIS on your EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition can be overwhelming—but it’s also your second chance to get approved.
Most RFEs happen because the initial petition did not clearly demonstrate national importance, your ability to advance the endeavor, or why the U.S. benefits from waiving the labor certification.
Our team specializes in NIW RFE responses and custom business plans that are research-driven, USCIS-compliant, and persuasive. We help transform weak or incomplete petitions into strong, approval-ready packages.
Need help writing a business plan or personal statement for an EB-2 NIW visa application?
Don’t risk your EB-2 NIW petition on vague statements and boilerplate plans. Let us help you tell your story — clearly, credibly, and in a way that aligns with what adjudicators need to see.
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✺ Frequently asked questions ✺
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If your petition is based on a business, entrepreneurial project, or market-driven initiative, a business plan is one of the best ways to show national importance, viability, and credibility. Even researchers benefit from a structured project proposal.
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Yes — and we often do. If your initial application was rejected or received an RFE, we can help strengthen the business plan and personal statement to address weak points in the original submission.
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We don’t offer legal advice — we specialize in the business plan and narrative documentation that supports your case. However, we help with the narration for your EB2-NIW petition cover letter.
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Our standard turnaround is 10–14 business days.
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We’ll help you write a strong business plan even if you haven’t opened your doors yet — as long as your investment is in motion and documented.