EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided March 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR072023_04B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Information security specialist sought NIW under EB-2. AAO found his proposed work in IT consulting and cybersecurity has substantial merit but lacks national importance because no documentary evidence shows broader field impact beyond employer benefit. Appeal dismissed.
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 has substantial merit but lacks national importance; consultant work benefits employer and clients, not field broadly.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; consultant work benefits employer and clients, not field broadly. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not analyzed per Dhanasar framework. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not analyzed per Dhanasar framework. |
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