EB-2 NIWAgriculture and foodEmployerDecided February 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB082024_11B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Agronomist engineer sought EB-2 advanced degree classification and NIW. AAO affirmed denial because proposed endeavor lacked national importance; petitioner failed to articulate specific projects or goals beyond routine occupational duties that would demonstrate broader industry impact.
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 · Proposed endeavor lacked sufficient specificity; no details beyond normal agronomist duties
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor lacked sufficient specificity; no details beyond normal agronomist duties |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached under Dhanasar |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached under Dhanasar |
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