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EB-2 NIWHealthcare, clinicalIndividualDecided January 2026Dismissed

Outcome: Dismissed

JAN302026_03B5203

Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed

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.

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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

CriterionReadingWhy
Merit and national importanceNot metEndeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; non-specific assertions and no demonstrated significant prospective national impact.
Well positionedNot reached / not discussedNot reached; first prong dispositive; decision reserves this prong.
Balance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussedNot reached; first prong dispositive; decision reserves this prong.

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