EB-2 NIWArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided June 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN062023_05B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An architect with 20+ years experience seeks an NIW for EB-2 as advanced degree professional. He claimed his design, consulting and planning services have national importance via construction industry boost, tourism, historic revitalization, and federal initiatives. The AAO affirmed denial because his specific proposed endeavor lacks demonstrated national implications or prospective 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 · Proposed endeavor lacks national importance; no evidence of broader implications for field, economically depressed areas, or specific national impact beyond employers and clients.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor lacks national importance; no evidence of broader implications for field, economically depressed areas, or specific national impact beyond employers and clients. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached per Bagamasbad. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached per Bagamasbad. |
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