NOID — Notice of Intent to Deny
USCIS plans to deny unless you provide compelling evidence and legal argument within 30 days. More serious than an RFE.
8 CFR 103.2(b)(8)
RFE — Request for Evidence
USCIS needs more documentation. ~60-80% approval rate when properly responded to with full evidence and good cover letter.
8 CFR 103.2(b)(8)
NOIR — Notice of Intent to Revoke
USCIS intends to revoke a previously approved petition. Typically fraud allegations. Attorney representation essential.
8 CFR 205.2
Visa category detected
I-130, I-140, I-129 H-1B/L-1/O-1, I-485 adjustment, I-589 asylum, N-400, I-765, I-131, I-751, I-601. Each has a specific response strategy.
INA §101
Attorney-required flags
Criminal history, fraud allegations, status violations, asylum, or removal proceedings? We flag these so you don't try to handle solo — and tell you where to find affordable help.
AILA / pro bono directory
Evidence checklist by tab
RFE responses must address every requested item. We parse the request line-by-line and generate a tab-indexed evidence list so nothing's missed.
USCIS standard format