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Sep 25, 2025, 2:00 PM1 min read

RFE for H1B Specialty Occupation - How to respond?

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Just received an RFE for my H1B extension. USCIS is questioning whether my job qualifies as a specialty occupation. I'm a Software Engineer with a Bachelor's in Computer Science.

The RFE asks for:

  1. Evidence that the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty
  2. Detailed job duties and how they relate to my degree
  3. Industry standards for similar positions

My job title is "Software Engineer II" at a mid-size company. The original petition had a pretty generic job descripti...

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pooja_h1b_rfeSep 25, 2025, 4:30 PM

I got the exact same RFE! The specialty occupation RFE is so common now. You NEED an expert opinion letter - that's what saved my case. Find a professor from a reputable university in your field who can write a detailed letter explaining why the job requires specialized knowledge.

Also, make sure your job description in the RFE response is SUPER detailed. Break down every duty and show how it requires your specific degree.

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vivek_rfe_responseSep 25, 2025, 6:00 PM

Seconding the expert letter recommendation. Mine cost $1,500 but it was worth every penny. Also include job postings from similar companies showing they require CS degrees for similar roles.

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amit_h1b_premiumSep 26, 2025, 9:00 AM

Don't panic! These RFEs are very winnable. The key is being over-prepared. I've helped colleagues through 3 of these RFEs and all were approved. Your attorney should know how to handle this.

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