dismissed EB-2 (NIW)
Dentist
Dentist · 2024-08-12
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.
Why This Petition Was Denied
The motion to reopen was dismissed because the petitioner did not present new facts supported by documentary evidence that could change the outcome, specifically regarding the validity of the signature on Form I-140. The motion to reconsider was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the prior decision was based on an incorrect application of law or policy. The AAO found the signature on the Form I-140 was not consistent with a valid handwritten signature and the form was not electronically filed, thus not meeting the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 103.2(a)(2).
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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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Sustained 2,046
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