EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided May 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAY302024_04B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A systems engineer self-petitioner seeking EB-2 classification with national interest waiver. The AAO dismissed, finding although the endeavor had substantial merit and the petitioner qualified as an advanced degree professional, it lacked national importance because the work would not impact the field broadly or generate measurable economic benefits beyond his employer.
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 · Systems engineer's work has substantial merit but lacks national importance; no broad implications beyond employer and clients; no projected job creation or economic impact corroborating endeavor's national scope.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Systems engineer's work has substantial merit but lacks national importance; no broad implications beyond employer and clients; no projected job creation or economic impact corroborating endeavor's national scope. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved consideration of second prong. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved consideration of third prong. |
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