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Hi Peter,

Asking for someone else: is the NIW category still backlogged? If the goal is to get a green card within the STEM-OPT extension timeline of 2 years, for someone who has very high achievements that fit either NIW or EB1A categories, which of these is likely a better option? I'm hearing some rumors that NIW can happen faster these days.

Thanks!

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The NIW (EB2) category is still backlogged and the standard as applied by USCIS has changed significantly and I would argue now isn't much easier than the EB1A, which used to be one of the reasons to pursue an NIW. With the changing standard and the worsening backlogs, the EB1A is the much better option, although a higher standard, and probably worth aggressively pursuing.

Excellent thank you. This helps an extraordinary person in need who currently can't afford legal services.

To everyone else: I've worked with Peter before and he's the real deal, and a pleasure to work with.

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