While the two terms may seem interchangeable, there is a major difference between a rejection and a denial of an EB-1 green card application. A rejection occurs when the USCIS determines that the application is missing key components or was filed incorrectly. In these situations, the application and fees are returned to the applicant for review. Receiving a rejection is akin to never having filed at all. Typically, the USCIS will send a Request for Evidence (RFE) to allow the applicant to provide the necessary documentation.