EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIEmployerDecided June 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN302025_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Research scientist sought EB-2 with national interest waiver for developing artificial intelligence technologies. Decision found proposed endeavor lacks sufficient detail and evidence to establish prospective national importance. Appeal dismissed on first prong failure.
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 AI research lacks specific evidence of prospective national impact beyond employer
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed AI research lacks specific evidence of prospective national impact beyond employer |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; first prong failure is dispositive |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; first prong failure is dispositive |
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