EB-2 NIWCivil and environmental engineeringEmployerDecided February 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB252026_07B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A civil engineering company CEO sought EB-2 classification with a national interest waiver. Under the Dhanasar framework, the AAO found the proposed consulting endeavor lacked demonstrated national importance with broader implications, failing the first prong and requiring dismissal.
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 consulting endeavor lacked demonstrated broader implications or prospective impact rising to national importance level
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed consulting endeavor lacked demonstrated broader implications or prospective impact rising to national importance level |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed |
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