dismissed EB-2 (NIW)
Researcher In Biomedical Informatics
Biomedical Informatics · China · 2025-04-10
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 a researcher in the field of biomedical informatics. The specific focus involves clinical medicine research and the application of informatics to healthcare data.
Why This Petition Was Denied
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide certified English translations for their Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Clinical Medicine degrees from China. Specifically, the transcript lacked a translator's certification, and the degree translations lacked a statement of the translator's competence, failing to meet 8 C.F.R. § 103.2(b)(3).
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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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