dismissed EB-2 (NIW)
CEO/Entrepreneur
Interior Design · 2025-03-25
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 operate a registered company providing residential and corporate interior design services throughout the United States. The endeavor involves executing design projects, detailing furniture and joinery, and specifying products such as blinds, curtains, and rugs to transform spaces for the Brazilian, Latin American, and American communities.
Why This Petition Was Denied
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the EB-2 exceptional ability requirements, satisfying only the academic record criterion (8 C.F.R. § 204.5(k)(3)(ii)(A)). She failed to provide sufficient evidence of ten years of full-time experience, as letters did not specify full-time status, and her professional membership was obtained after the filing date. Additionally, recommendation letters did not demonstrate significant contributions or recognition beyond standard professional competence.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Reference Letters Dependent
Professional Memberships
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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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