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EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided March 2024Dismissed

Outcome: Dismissed

MAR072024_01B5203

Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed

Our summary

Self-petitioner IT consultant with advanced degree sought EB-2 NIW. Claimed 24 years experience and endeavor generating eight jobs with national importance. AAO affirmed Director's denial; specific endeavor lacks national importance despite IT industry significance; claimed job creation and past experience insufficient for national importance determination.

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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.

What was missing

  • Merit and national importance · Proposed IT consulting endeavor does not demonstrate national or global implications; eight projected jobs do not rise to significant employment potential; industry importance distinct from specific endeavor impact.

Criteria

CriterionReadingWhy
Merit and national importanceNot metProposed IT consulting endeavor does not demonstrate national or global implications; eight projected jobs do not rise to significant employment potential; industry importance distinct from specific endeavor impact.
Well positionedNot reached / not discussedNot analyzed because first prong failed; decision reserves issue.
Balance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussedNot analyzed because first prong failed; decision reserves issue.

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