EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided March 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR102026_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Web developer and digital designer seeks NIW for EB-2 self-employment in web development and STEM training with free courses for underserved populations. Petitioner claimed alignment with national workforce shortage and STEM equity priorities. AAO dismissed, finding endeavor lacks national importance; field importance and general national goals do not establish specific endeavor's national importance.
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 web development and digital training consultancy lacks demonstrated national importance; alignment with STEM priorities insufficient without specific prospective impact evidence
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed web development and digital training consultancy lacks demonstrated national importance; alignment with STEM priorities insufficient without specific prospective impact evidence |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached per Bagamasbad |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached per Bagamasbad |
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