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How Long Does a Credential Evaluation Take for USCIS? (Real Timelines 2026)
Short answer: At AcademicEval Services, a standard credential evaluation is delivered in 2 to 3 business days. If your case can't wait, we offer 24-hour express delivery. The exact timeline depends on the number of degrees, document complexity, and whether you also need a certified translation. USCIS credential evaluation delivered in 2 to 3 business days If you're preparing an immigration petition —EB-2 NIW, EB-1, H-1B, or O-1— or a professional licensing or university admis
Juliana Orozco
Jun 223 min read


Simplifying USCIS RFE Response Online: A Practical Guide for Immigration Documentation
Responding to a Request for Evidence (RFE) from USCIS can be a complex and time-sensitive task. For immigration attorneys managing multiple cases and foreign-born professionals navigating the petition process, clarity and precision are essential. In this post, I will walk you through how to simplify USCIS RFE responses online, ensuring compliance with USCIS standards while reducing stress and uncertainty. Understanding USCIS RFE Response Online: What You Need to Know An RFE i
Juliana Orozco
Jun 163 min read


Is a Venezuelan Licenciatura Equivalent to a U.S. Bachelor's or Master's Degree?
Venezuelan licenciatura → U.S. bachelor's degree equivalency for EB-2 NIW petitions. Short answer: A Venezuelan licenciatura (or an equivalent professional title such as Ingeniero or Abogado is generally equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree — not a master's. It is a five-year program (four to six years for some professional titles), but in U.S. credential-evaluation terms, program length alone does not make a degree "master's-level." Most Venezuelan first university degrees
Juliana Orozco
Jun 164 min read


How Much Does a USCIS Credential Evaluation Cost? (2026 Pricing Guide)
If you're applying for a U.S. work visa, green card, or university admission with a foreign degree, you'll likely need a credential evaluation. The first question almost everyone asks is the same one: how much will this cost? The honest answer: anywhere from $85 to $600+, depending on the report type, turnaround speed, and whether you also need certified translations. Most petitioners fall in the $85–$300 range for the report itself. Here's the actual breakdown, what those pr
Juliana Orozco
Apr 275 min read
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