EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided March 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR202024_06B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An IT consultant proposed establishing a consulting business and sought NIW for EB-2 as advanced degree holder. AAO dismissed appeal, finding the proposed venture had substantial merit but lacked national importance because it would not affect the broader IT field.
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 · Venture lacked national importance; no demonstrated broader impact on IT field or national economy
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Venture lacked national importance; no demonstrated broader impact on IT field or national economy |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because national importance prong failed; reserved |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because national importance prong failed; reserved |
A published decision describes one case. It is not legal advice and not a prediction for yours.