EB-2 NIWMechanical and aerospace engineeringIndividualDecided February 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB232026_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot reached / not discussedWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Automotive engineer sought EB-2 NIW for autonomous vehicle research and development. AAO dismissed appeal because petitioner provided only broad, general claims without a specific, detailed proposed endeavor required under Dhanasar framework.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
Every criterion in the table was found met.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not reached / not discussed | Claimed but not analyzed; petitioner failed to provide specific proposed endeavor as required threshold |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because petitioner lacked specific proposed endeavor required by Dhanasar framework |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because petitioner lacked specific proposed endeavor required by Dhanasar framework |
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