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EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided 2023Dismissed

Outcome: Dismissed

JUL182023_03B5203

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

Our summary

A software developer sought NIW for EB-2 classification. The AAO affirmed dismissal because the specific endeavor lacked national importance; merely working in STEM or on critical emerging technologies without demonstrating broader field impact or substantial economic effects does not suffice.

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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.

What was missing

  • Merit and national importance · Proposed software development endeavor lacks national importance; no evidence of broader field impact or economic effects beyond specific clients

Criteria

CriterionReadingWhy
Merit and national importanceNot metProposed software development endeavor lacks national importance; no evidence of broader field impact or economic effects beyond specific clients
Well positionedNot reached / not discussedNot reached due to failure on first prong; decision reserves opinion on second prong
Balance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussedNot reached due to failure on first prong; decision reserves opinion on third prong

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