dismissed EB-2 (NIW) RFE Issued
Police Officer
Criminal Justice Administration / Law Enforcement · 2025-01-23
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, a former police officer, sought to work in the United States within the field of criminal justice administration or law enforcement.
Why This Petition Was Denied
The motions to reopen and reconsider were dismissed because the Petitioner failed to provide new facts or evidence that resolved the discrepancy regarding her educational equivalency. Her two years of study did not equate to a U.S. bachelor's degree, and the new evaluation submitted on motion conflicted with previous evidence without explanation. Furthermore, the AAO correctly reserved judgment on the national interest waiver (Dhanasar prongs) because the Petitioner failed to meet the threshold EB-2 classification requirements.
Request for Evidence (RFE)
Unsuccessfully AddressedThe RFE requested evidence to establish the Petitioner held an advanced degree; the Petitioner provided an evaluation that was deemed insufficient and inconsistent with other records.
RFE Targets
eb2 qualification
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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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