EB-2 NIWChemistry and materialsIndividualDecided March 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR032025_03B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A chemical engineer and entrepreneur self-petitioning for NIW sought EB-2 as individual with advanced degree. The AAO found her proposed endeavor of providing industrial chemistry and food manufacturing services had substantial merit but failed to demonstrate national importance. Dismissal affirmed because petitioner did not show broader implications or substantial economic effects at requisite level.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; importance of field alone insufficient without demonstrating specific broader implications
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; importance of field alone insufficient without demonstrating specific broader implications |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved this analysis |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved this analysis |
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