EB-2 NIWChemistry and materialsIndividualDecided September 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP182025_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Nondestructive testing and chemical engineer with 25 years experience sought NIW for proposed NDT consulting endeavor. AAO found substantial merit but rejected national importance prong, concluding the individual company's services lacked broader implications for the field, region, or nation. Appeal dismissed.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Substantial merit shown but national importance not demonstrated; endeavor limited to company and clients without broader field impact
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Substantial merit shown but national importance not demonstrated; endeavor limited to company and clients without broader field impact |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved on remaining Dhanasar prongs |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved on remaining Dhanasar prongs |
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