Outcome: Dismissed
JAN302026_03B5203
Our summary
A psychologist sought an EB-2 national interest waiver for work involving mental health and diversity initiatives. The AAO dismissed because although the endeavor had substantial merit in health and education, it lacked demonstrated national importance; mere alignment with government initiatives and potential local benefit do not establish national 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 · Endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; non-specific assertions and no demonstrated significant prospective national impact.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Not met | Endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; non-specific assertions and no demonstrated significant prospective national impact. | |
| Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; first prong dispositive; decision reserves this prong. | |
| Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; first prong dispositive; decision reserves this prong. |
A published decision describes one case. It is not legal advice and not a prediction for yours.
