Request for
Evidence

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We offer assistance with a Request for Evidence reply to US Citizenship and Immigration Services. We use our experience to help with a reply whether you are renewing a work permit, renewing green card or applying for citizenship the immigration office receives the information they are requesting.

A Request for Evidence (RFE) can be alarming. However, these are often an opportunity to add clarification to your immigration application package. These RFEs can be a second chance to show how you are a deserving candidate.

Do I need to reply to this request for evidence (RFE)?

Yes. If you chose to not reply, the application is deemed to either be abandoned or it may be denied for not showing sufficient evidence. If you receive a request for additional evidence this should be taken seriously.

How long do I have to reply to this request for evidence (RFE)?

Typically, you have 30-90 days. Each application is different and each request for information is different. Each letter should state when the reply is due.

What if I have already sent the information requested in the request for information (RFE)?

If the information was already sent in, you must resend the information. If you assume the information is already in their hands and you chose not to answer, your application may be denied for not timely answering the request.

Are there other requests from USCIS?

Yes. There are several other requests that carry similar repercussions if they are not answered. Those include:

Notice for Initial Evidence
Notice of Intended Denial
Notice of Denial

Is there a fee to reply to the request for information (RFE)?

It depends. Typically, the answer is no. If you sent insufficient funds or the funds sent were lost, you may be receiving notice that the application fee itself is insufficient. In this case, you would need to supplement your application with a payment.

Can I get help with replying to this request for evidence (RFE)?

Yes. We offer support but we will request the underlying application so that we can determine what the USCIS officer is looking at, what the officer may feel is missing, and then work with you to determine how to provide the evidence necessary for the application to move forward.

If necessary, we will also draft a letter that offers a legal summary of why you are eligible for the benefit to be included with the request for evidence (RFE) reply.

Call for a free consultation to review your options when your immigration application has received a request for evidence.

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