EB-2 NIWElectrical and electronic engineeringIndividualDecided May 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAY282025_04B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An electrical engineer sought EB-2 national interest waiver. The AAO found petitioner established substantial merit but failed to demonstrate that the specific proposed endeavor of providing engineering services had national importance under the Dhanasar framework. Lacking prospective impact evidence, the petition was dismissed without reaching remaining prongs.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Petitioner demonstrated substantial merit of endeavor but failed to show national importance of specific proposed electrical engineering work.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Petitioner demonstrated substantial merit of endeavor but failed to show national importance of specific proposed electrical engineering work. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached per Dhanasar. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached per Dhanasar. |
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