EB-2 NIWEnergy and climateEmployerDecided November 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
NOV302023_05B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Project manager in oil and gas industry with advanced degree. Employer-sponsored petition for EB-2 NIW. Director found substantial merit but no national importance. AAO affirmed, holding vague professional plan lacks specific research partnerships or defined knowledge-sharing mechanisms, and benefits do not extend beyond employer to demonstrate national importance.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Oil and gas project management endeavor lacks specific national scope or broad field implications
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Oil and gas project management endeavor lacks specific national scope or broad field implications |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong fails; reserved for possible remand |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong fails; reserved for possible remand |
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