A growing theme in global immigration discussions is clear: USCIS officers are overwhelmed. With fewer officers handling larger caseloads and tighter timelines, there is simply less time to carefully review every petition. This reality was confirmed again at the recent AILA conferences we participated in, both in South Korea and Croatia, where “short and sweet” was a consistent refrain from immigration experts and adjudication veterans alike.
Now more than ever, officers lack the time or capacity to untangle vague business descriptions, comb through repetitive boilerplate, or interpret lofty but unsupported claims. Their work overload is driving Requests for Evidence (RFEs), with many followed by Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs).
The Burden Is Now on the Petitioner
Officers are overworked and facing high attrition. When four officers leave, the government is lucky to replace one. That means your petition must do the work for them.
USCIS is not required to figure out what the applicant intends to do or why it matters. If the information is buried in unnecessary filler or lacks clarity, the default response will be an RFE or NOID.
Precision Is Now a Must, Not a Nice to Have
At Visa Business Plans, we have built our reputation on crafting concise, impactful business plans designed for immigration officers. Our projects are strategically written, thoroughly researched, and based on real data, never unsupported projections.
At Visa Business Plans, we have never believed in plans that are long for the sake of being long. We do not pad our documents with copied content or vague fluff. We do not recycle the same generic explanations that end up confusing adjudicators or casting doubt on an otherwise viable case. Every plan we produce is custom-built, focused, and aligned with immigration expectations.
What Sets Us Apart
Our business plans:
Are based on solid industry benchmarks and market realities
Include realistic projections backed by research, not assumptions
Avoid fluff, repetition, or vague language
Are easy to read, easy to follow, and professionally structured
Align with what adjudication officers are trained to look for
Clearly explain what the applicant will do, why it matters, and how it will benefit the United States
We do not write for show. We write to support approvals.
The Bottom Line
With fewer officers, heavier workloads, and rising denial risks, clarity is no longer optional. Petitions must be tight, focused, and easy for an adjudicator to understand in one reading. Anything else increases the risk of getting pushed aside, questioned, or denied.
At Visa Business Plans, we take this seriously. That is why attorneys nationwide rely on us to help their clients present business endeavors in a way that makes sense, meets expectations, and increases the chances of a successful outcome.
If your client’s petition cannot afford confusion or delay, contact us. We are here to help you win cases.
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The information provided in this blog is intended solely for informational purposes. While we strive to offer accurate and up-to-date content, it should not be considered legal advice. Immigration laws and regulations are subject to change, and individual circumstances can vary widely. For personalized guidance and legal advice regarding your specific immigration situation, we strongly recommend consulting with a qualified immigration attorney who can provide you with tailored assistance and ensure compliance with current laws and regulations.
Visa Business Plans is led by Marco Scanu, a certified coach from the University of Miami with a globally-based practice coaching Fortune 1000 company executives, entrepreneurs, as well as professionals in four different continents. Mr. Scanu advises clients on turnaround strategies and crisis management.
Mr. Scanu received a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Cum Laude) from the University of Florida and an MBA in Management from Bocconi University in Milan, Italy. Mr. Scanu was also a Visiting Scholar at Michigan State University under the prestigious H. Humphrey Fellowship (Fulbright program) with a focus on Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, and high-growth enterprises.
At present, Mr. Scanu is the managing partner and CEO at Visa Business Plans, a Miami-based boutique consulting firm providing attorneys and investors with business planning services in the areas of U.S. and Canadian immigration, SBA loans, and others.
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