Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID)
IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY LAURA LEON
If you’ve received a Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID) from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), it can feel like the bottom just dropped out of your immigration journey. A NOID does not mean your case is denied yet, but it does mean USCIS found serious issues with your application. The good news is that you still have a chance to respond and save your case, and how you go about it matters a lot.
At Laura Leon Law, we guide individuals and families in responding to a NOID. With deep experience in immigration law, we know how to craft strong responses that address USCIS’s concerns, strengthen your application, and give you a chance at approval.
Don’t wait, NOIDs have strict deadlines; instead, contact us today for a consultation and let us help protect your future in the U.S.
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What Is a NOID?
A NOID (Notice of Intent to Deny) is a formal notice from USCIS that your application is at risk of being denied if you do not act quickly. Unlike a Request for Evidence (RFE), which asks for more documentation, a NOID means USCIS believes the evidence already provided does not establish your eligibility.
A NOID, though not necessarily the end of your application, should be taken seriously. With a detailed legal response, many applicants overcome a NOID and win approval.
Why Did I Get a USCIS NOID?
There are many reasons why USCIS issues a NOID, including:
- In marriage-based green card cases, USCIS may question whether your marriage is genuine and if there is insufficient evidence of a bona fide marriage.
- Conflicting information between forms, interviews, or supporting documents may result in inconsistencies in your application.
- Past overstays, unlawful presence, certain convictions, misrepresentation, or other prior immigration violations may raise concerns.
- Failure to meet legal requirements, like not showing extreme hardship in a waiver application, can be an issue.
Whatever the reason, you must respond fully and effectively. A NOID from USCIS usually gives you only 30 days or less to reply; your response must be detailed, accurate, and backed with strong evidence.
How To Respond to a NOID
When clients ask us how they should respond to a NOID, we emphasize three steps:
- Carefully review the NOID for proper understanding and to see the exact reasons USCIS intends to deny your case; each concern must be directly addressed.
- Gather key pieces of evidence like updated documents, affidavits from family or employers, financial records, medical evidence, or anything that resolves USCIS’ concerns.
- Prepare a response bearing in mind that a successful NOID response is not about submitting documents alone; It’s about telling a compelling legal story that explains why you qualify under immigration law.
At Laura Leon Law, we know how to prepare responses that combine facts, evidence, and legal arguments to maximize your chances of approval.
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Do You Need an Immigration Lawyer for a USCIS NOID?
Here’s why hiring Laura Leon Law to help with your NOID is a smart move:
- We know how USCIS reviews applications from prior experience, and we can anticipate what kind of evidence will be persuasive.
- We know that USCIS expects precise, consistent, and complete responses, so we ensure nothing is overlooked.
- We don’t just send documents; we build a legal argument that connects your evidence to the law.
How Does the NOID Process with Laura Leon Law Work?
When you work with us on your NOID, we start with a consultation where your NOID letter is carefully reviewed. Then, we work with you to come up with a strong legal strategy backed by evidence to address concerns raised in the NOID letter. Based on the collected evidence, we proceed with the response, submit within the prescribed deadline, and ensure regular follow-up is done.
Throughout the process, you will always know where your case stands and what comes next.
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A Notice of Intent to Deny would make anyone anxious, but it does not have to be the end of your immigration journey. With the right guidance, you can fight back and protect your future in the United States.
At Laura Leon Law, we have helped many clients overcome NOIDs from USCIS and move forward with their applications. Whether your case involves marriage, employment, or another type of petition, we are ready to stand by your side and defend your right to remain in the U.S. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.
