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Why USCIS Rejects Non-English Evidence Without Translation And How to Fix It

Evidence which is not in the English language and is not accompanied by a certified English translation in accordance with 8 C.F.R. § 103.2(b)(3) and therefore this evidence cannot

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Immigration Merit Lab
Dec 10, 2025
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When you submit an extraordinary ability or national interest–based petition, every piece of evidence carries weight. Your articles, interviews, citations, awards, and media features all help build a narrative of impact.

But here is a common mistake that leads to unnecessary RFEs and denials:

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