EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided April 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR172026_03B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An IT systems engineer seeking EB-2 classification with a national interest waiver filed a self-petition. The AAO found the beneficiary qualified for EB-2 as an advanced degree professional but failed to establish national importance of his proposed endeavor. The vague business plan lacked evidence of significant employment creation or economic benefits at regional or national levels.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed endeavor lacks national importance; no coherent plan or evidence of significant regional or national economic impact
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor lacks national importance; no coherent plan or evidence of significant regional or national economic impact |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached |
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