EB-2 NIWArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided December 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC102024_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Industrial engineer seeks NIW for EB-2 exceptional ability classification as industrial designer developing sustainable construction products. AAO dismissed appeal, finding no demonstrated national importance: benefits limited to petitioner's clients without broader field implications or substantial positive economic effects.
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 · Sustainable product design lacks demonstrated broader industry implications or national economic impact
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Sustainable product design lacks demonstrated broader industry implications or national economic impact |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed |
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