EB-2 NIWAgriculture and foodIndividualDecided January 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JAN202026_05B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Veterinarian entrepreneur seeks EB-2 national interest waiver to establish rural veterinary services firm in New York. Proposed providing affordable livestock veterinary care and food safety services. AAO found endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; projected employment and revenue insufficient to demonstrate impact beyond local clients.
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 rural veterinary services lack demonstrated national importance beyond local client impact
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed rural veterinary services lack demonstrated national importance beyond local client impact |
 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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