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Published AAO appeal decisions
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2005-2026
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Aug 31, 2026
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- EB-2 NIWCivil and environmental engineeringAug 2024Dismissed
A civil engineer with advanced degree sought EB-2 NIW. Under Dhanasar, the AAO found he failed the second prong: his business plan, progress, and evidence of investor or customer interest did not establish he was well-positioned to advance his proposed endeavor. The appeal was dismissed without addressing the first and third prongs.
0 of 3 criteria metRead → - EB-2 NIWCivil and environmental engineeringJul 2024Dismissed
A civil engineer in sustainable development consulting seeks an EB-2 national interest waiver. The AAO affirmed the service center's denial because the petitioner did not demonstrate the proposed endeavor has national importance: the business plan showed limited job creation and insufficient economic impact to rise to national significance.
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