EB-2 NIWMechanical and aerospace engineeringIndividualDecided June 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN202023_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Mechanical engineer seeks NIW for project management work through established company. AAO found EB-2 advanced degree eligibility unestablished due to unclear concurrent employment and insufficient experience documentation. Also held proposed endeavor lacks national importance without evidence of broader industry or supply chain 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; impact limited to company clients without broader industry implications.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor lacks national importance; impact limited to company clients without broader industry implications. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; analysis unnecessary. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; analysis unnecessary. |
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