EB-2 NIWSoftware engineeringEmployerDecided December 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC032025_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot metBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Software engineer with master's in computer science sought EB-2 NIW for developing secure healthcare software. AAO held endeavor lacked national importance despite alignment with federal priorities, and petitioner not well-positioned without demonstrated interest from relevant parties or detailed plans.
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 sufficient prospective impact; benefits employer but not nation broadly
- Well positioned · No demonstrated interest from customers, investors, or relevant parties; insufficient progress shown
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Endeavor lacks sufficient prospective impact; benefits employer but not nation broadly |
 Well positioned | Not met | No demonstrated interest from customers, investors, or relevant parties; insufficient progress shown |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First and second prongs failed; third prong not reached per court precedent |
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