EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUL292024_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Cloud infrastructure engineer sought EB-2 with national interest waiver. AAO dismissed appeal, finding the proposed endeavor lacks national importance. The work would only benefit a specific employer and would not impact the field broadly, failing the first Dhanasar prong.
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 · Proposed endeavor lacks national importance; would not extend beyond specific employer to impact field broadly.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor lacks national importance; would not extend beyond specific employer to impact field broadly. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved determination. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved determination. |
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