dismissed EB-2 (NIW)

Software Developer

Information Technology · 2024-06-26

Decision Date
2024-06-26
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

A software developer in the field of information technology proposing to undertake software development work claimed to be innovative and capable of stimulating the industry and economy.

Framework Evaluation

0 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Not Met

The petitioner failed to show that his specific software development work had national importance or broader implications beyond his employer/clients.

Why This Petition Was Denied

The Petitioner did not establish the national importance of his specific proposed endeavor. While he provided reports on the software industry's growth and evidence of his own education and experience, he did not demonstrate that his specific work would have broader implications or substantial positive economic effects.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Expert Letters
Industry Reports
Educational Records

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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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At a Glance

Outcome dismissed
Criteria Met 0 / 3
Evidence Types 3

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