EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIEmployerDecided May 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAY022023_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Computer user support specialist seeks NIW for EB-2. Petitioner asserted expertise and field importance; claimed endeavor to help organizations implement IT systems nationally. AAO dismissed appeal, finding no evidence the specific endeavor extends beyond client organizations to impact IT industry or economy broadly at national importance level.
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 · Petitioner established substantial merit but not national importance; computer user support specialist services lack broader field impact or substantial economic effects.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Petitioner established substantial merit but not national importance; computer user support specialist services lack broader field impact or substantial economic effects. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Decision did not reach second prong after finding first prong failed. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Decision did not reach third prong after finding first prong failed. |
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