EB-2 NIWOtherEmployerDecided March 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR252026_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot reached / not discussedWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A technician sought EB-2 classification with a national interest waiver, claiming exceptional ability. The AAO found the petitioner failed to submit required initial evidence for EB-2 qualification and did not establish exceptional ability. Because EB-2 eligibility was not shown, the NIW analysis was not reached.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
Every criterion in the table was found met.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; petitioner failed to establish EB-2 eligibility, prerequisite to NIW analysis |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; petitioner failed to establish EB-2 eligibility, prerequisite to NIW analysis |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; petitioner failed to establish EB-2 eligibility, prerequisite to NIW analysis |
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