EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided June 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN112025_03B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Semiconductor operations project manager with advanced degree sought EB-2 NIW. AAO affirmed denial, finding proposed endeavor to innovate chip testing lacks demonstrated national importance. Professional experience and industry importance insufficient; no evidence of broader sectoral or economic 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 · Semiconductor chip testing project management endeavor lacks sufficient evidence of national importance; no plan showing broader impact or U.S. economic significance
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Semiconductor chip testing project management endeavor lacks sufficient evidence of national importance; no plan showing broader impact or U.S. economic significance |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Second prong not reached because first prong failed; petitioner's experience material to second prong but not to national importance determination |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Third prong not reached because first prong failed; AAO reserved arguments regarding third prong |
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