dismissed EB-2 (NIW)
Entrepreneur
Agriculture · 2025-03-12
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.
Proposed Endeavor
The petitioner proposes to work as an entrepreneur providing advisory, consultancy, and agricultural management training services to coffee-producing companies and farmers. The work focuses on implementing advanced precision farming techniques and innovative agricultural projects to increase production and reduce operating costs.
Why This Petition Was Denied
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish EB-2 eligibility as an individual of exceptional ability. Although he met three of the initial criteria (academic record, experience, and memberships), the final merits determination found he did not possess a degree of expertise significantly above that ordinarily encountered in his field. The decision noted insufficient evidence regarding his salary and significant contributions to the industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A dismissed EB-2 NIW 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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