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EB-2 NIW petition outcomes vary based on the strength of evidence, the specific criteria addressed, and the adjudicating officer. Each case is evaluated individually based on its own merits and documentation.

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The Chemical Engineering sector has unique considerations for EB-2 NIW petitions. USCIS evaluates whether the petitioner's qualifications and contributions align with the specific requirements of the visa category. Industry context matters for demonstrating the significance and impact of the petitioner's work.

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Research Assistant / Energy Consultant

Chemical Engineering · Iran · 2025-08-30

Processing Time

602 days

Decision Date

2025-08-30

Location

Utah

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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to design economically and environmentally optimal hybrid renewable energy systems with the highest possible renewable penetration. His work focuses on developing state-of-the-art solutions for renewable energy integration and techno-economic analysis to improve sustainable power systems.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met

1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The endeavor supports U.S. goals of energy independence and sustainability, which USCIS recognized as having substantial merit and national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of 4 publications, citations, and DOE funding demonstrated he is well-positioned to succeed in his research.

3 Balance of Interests Met

USCIS determined that the petitioner's unique qualifications and the national importance of renewable energy research made a waiver of the job offer requirement beneficial to the U.S.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's M.S. in chemical engineering, 4 peer-reviewed journal articles, and 24 Google Scholar citations. Evidence also included 4 peer reviews for authoritative journals, 4 expert recommendation letters, and proof of prestigious funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).

Evidence

Evidence Types

Peer Reviewed Publications

Citations

A approved EB-2 NIW (I-140) petition means USCIS determined the petitioner met the eligibility requirements. For appealed cases, "sustained" means the appeal reversed a prior denial. The petitioner can proceed to the next step in the immigration process.

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At a Glance

Outcome approved

Processing 602 days

Criteria Met 3 / 3

Evidence Types 6

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

Scraped Case Data

Total Cases 3,813

Success Rate 53.7%

Sustained 2,046

Dismissed 1,671

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