EB-2 NIWMechanical and aerospace engineeringIndividualDecided March 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR242025_06B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Industrial engineer seeking EB-2 with national interest waiver for proposed work developing manufacturing solutions for supply chain and healthcare. AAO confirmed advanced degree eligibility but dismissed because proposed endeavor lacks demonstrated national importance; claimed broad impacts were conclusory without supporting evidence.
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; specific work lacks demonstrated broader implications or substantial economic effects
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; specific work lacks demonstrated broader implications or substantial economic effects |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong fails; decision reserved from analysis |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong fails; decision reserved from analysis |
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