How common are approved EB-2 NIW petitions?

EB-2 NIW petition outcomes vary based on the strength of evidence, the specific criteria addressed, and the adjudicating officer. Each case is evaluated individually based on its own merits and documentation.

How does the Mechanical Engineering industry affect EB-2 NIW petition outcomes?

The Mechanical Engineering sector has unique considerations for EB-2 NIW petitions. USCIS evaluates whether the petitioner's qualifications and contributions align with the specific requirements of the visa category. Industry context matters for demonstrating the significance and impact of the petitioner's work.

approved EB-2 (NIW) RFE Issued

Ph.D. Student

Mechanical Engineering · Bangladesh · 2025-08-05

Processing Time

419 days

Decision Date

2025-08-05

Location

Maine

This case is from a publicly available case study. Case studies tend to feature successful outcomes and may not reflect the full range of petition results.

Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to apply quantum methods to investigate heat transfer across vacuum-level separations in materials. This research focuses on developing empirical frameworks and analytical models to improve heat dissipation in microelectronics and quantum devices.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met

1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The research addresses critical bottlenecks in microelectronics and supports national security and industrial innovation.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of peer-reviewed publications and high-impact citations demonstrates his capability to advance quantum thermal analysis.

3 Balance of Interests Met

On balance, the petitioner’s contributions to U.S. technological leadership in quantum science justify a waiver of the job offer requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's co-authorship of two journal articles and four conference papers, with one paper ranking in the top 10% of cited engineering publications. His work garnered 19 citations and demonstrated alignment with U.S. strategic priorities in microelectronics and energy efficiency.

Request for Evidence (RFE)

Successfully Addressed

The RFE challenged the petitioner's qualifications and the impact of his research. The response provided additional evidence of his academic credentials, research originality, and membership in the ASME.

RFE Targets

Substantial Merit and National ImportanceWell-positioned to Advance the EndeavorBalance of Interests

Evidence

Evidence Types

Peer Reviewed Publications

A approved EB-2 NIW (I-140) petition means USCIS determined the petitioner met the eligibility requirements. For appealed cases, "sustained" means the appeal reversed a prior denial. The petitioner can proceed to the next step in the immigration process.

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Outcome approved

Processing 419 days

RFE Issued

Criteria Met 3 / 3

Evidence Types 5

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,895

Success Rate 54.2%

Sustained 2,112

Dismissed 1,687

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