dismissed EB-2 (NIW)
Computer Engineer And IT Consultant
Cybersecurity Services · 2024-09-26
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 provide cybersecurity services to financial companies, aiming to protect financial institutions from data breaches and enhance their security protocols.
Framework Evaluation
0 of 3 criteria met1 Proposed endeavor has substantial merit and national importance Not Met
USCIS found the endeavor substantially meritorious but not nationally important, as the evidence did not link the petitioner's specific work to national importance or demonstrate broader economic impact.
Why This Petition Was Denied
The petition was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that their specific endeavor had national importance under Dhanasar's first prong. While the industry itself was deemed meritorious, the evidence (industry articles and reports) did not specifically discuss the petitioner's work or demonstrate that it would result in substantial positive economic effects or broader implications commensurate with national importance. The petitioner also failed to elaborate on how limited benefits to institutions resulted in broader industry implications and did not demonstrate how economic activity from her business would rise to a level commensurate with national importance.
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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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