EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided February 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB062024_03B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An information technology entrepreneur with an advanced degree seeks a national interest waiver to establish an IT business. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the petitioner failed to establish exceptional ability under EB-2 and did not meet the first Dhanasar prong, as the proposed endeavor lacks demonstrated national importance.
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 · Business and information technology services lack demonstrated broader implications or national-level impact on economy or field.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Business and information technology services lack demonstrated broader implications or national-level impact on economy or field. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached due to failure on first prong; decision reserves judgment on second prong. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached due to failure on first prong; decision reserves judgment on third prong. |
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