EB-2 NIWEnergy and climateIndividualDecided October 2020Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
OCT162020_06B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Process engineer sought national interest waiver under Dhanasar framework. Petitioner qualified as advanced degree holder but failed first prong. Work involved process engineering for employer clients, not broader implications for field or national economy. No sufficient evidence of projected U.S. job creation or substantial economic effects.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed work benefits employer and clients, not broader field or economy; lacks sufficient demonstrated national importance.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed work benefits employer and clients, not broader field or economy; lacks sufficient demonstrated national importance. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached. |
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