EB-2 NIWElectrical and electronic engineeringIndividualDecided December 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC232025_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An electrical engineering consultant seeking a national interest waiver for EB-2 classification to enhance U.S. energy resilience through microgrid development. AAO affirmed denial, finding the proposed endeavor lacked national importance because impacts were limited to specific clients rather than demonstrating broad national effects.
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 electrical engineering consultancy lacks broad enough effects for national importance; benefits limited to specific clients and company.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed electrical engineering consultancy lacks broad enough effects for national importance; benefits limited to specific clients and company. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; remaining prongs not analyzed. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; remaining prongs not analyzed. |
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