EB-2 NIWMechanical and aerospace engineeringEmployerDecided December 2022Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC222022_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Drilling engineer with advanced degree seeking national interest waiver for EB-2 classification. Petitioner claimed endeavor in oil and gas drilling had national importance. AAO affirmed Director's finding that endeavor had substantial merit but lacked evidence of national importance; general industry importance does not establish specific endeavor's national importance without prospective economic impact data.
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 had substantial merit but lacked national importance; no evidence of prospective economic impact or job creation
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor had substantial merit but lacked national importance; no evidence of prospective economic impact or job creation |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved this issue |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved this issue |
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