EB-2 NIWEntrepreneurshipIndividualDecided December 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC012025_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An entrepreneur from Uzbekistan with a master's degree sought an EB-2 national interest waiver for an independent transportation business using IT expertise. The AAO affirmed dismissal because the proposed endeavor lacked demonstrated national importance despite having substantial merit, lacking credible economic impact.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Endeavor lacks national importance; no demonstrated broader field impact or substantial positive economic effects.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Endeavor lacks national importance; no demonstrated broader field impact or substantial positive economic effects. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; first prong dispositive; decision reserves this prong. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; first prong dispositive; decision reserves this prong. |
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