dismissed EB-1B RFE Issued
Assistant Professor Of Speech-Language Pathology
Education / Speech-Language Pathology · 2025-03-27
This case is from a USCIS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) appeal decision. Appeal cases represent a subset of petitions and may not reflect typical outcomes.
Framework Evaluation
0 of 2 criteria metThree Years of Experience / Qualifying Offer (Not Met)
The petitioner failed to provide a job offer letter dated prior to filing and did not prove three years of qualifying experience, particularly failing to show full responsibility for classes taught during graduate studies.
Why This Petition Was Denied
The petition was dismissed because the job offer letter was dated after the filing date, violating the requirement to establish eligibility at the time of filing. Furthermore, the evidence for the required three years of experience was insufficient; specifically, the experience gained while pursuing an advanced degree did not document full responsibility for classes taught as required by 8 C.F.R. § 204.5(i)(3)(iii).
Request for Evidence (RFE)
Unsuccessfully AddressedThe RFE sought a qualifying offer of employment and proof of three years of experience. The petitioner provided a 2024 appointment letter and a previous employer letter, but these were deemed insufficient or untimely.
RFE Targets
Three Years of Experience / Qualifying Offer
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A dismissed EB-1B petition means USCIS found the evidence insufficient to meet the eligibility criteria. Common reasons include weak documentation, failure to meet the required number of criteria, or insufficient evidence of the claimed qualifications. Petitioners can refile with stronger evidence or explore alternative visa categories.
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RFE Issued
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