EB-2 NIWMechanical and aerospace engineeringIndividualDecided December 2022Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC012022_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Mechanical engineer sought NIW for self-directed endeavor in product development and quality management. AAO held the proposed endeavor lacks national importance because it serves only the employer and clients, not the broader nation, and general industry importance does not establish specific endeavor importance under Dhanasar.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed endeavor limited to providing services to employer and clients; lacks national or broader implications required by Dhanasar framework
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor limited to providing services to employer and clients; lacks national or broader implications required by Dhanasar framework |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached as decision reserves opinion on remaining prongs |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached as decision reserves opinion on remaining prongs |
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