EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIEmployerDecided September 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP292025_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A software development manager with master's degree sought a national interest waiver. The AAO held his proposed work as a software development manager lacked national importance; despite alignment with cybersecurity policy goals, no evidence demonstrated prospective impact beyond employer clients or field-wide significance. 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 · Proposed software development work has substantial merit but lacks national importance; no broader field impact shown
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed software development work has substantial merit but lacks national importance; no broader field impact shown |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong reserved as unnecessary to decision |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong reserved as unnecessary to decision |
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