dismissed EB-2 (NIW)
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Others · 2024-10-08
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 AAO dismissed the petitioner's motions to reopen and reconsider because it lacked jurisdiction over the appeal, which had been previously rejected by the AAO. According to 8 C.F.R. § 103.5(a)(l)(i)-(ii) and AAO Practice Manual, the AAO does not have jurisdiction over motions to reopen or reconsider its rejection of an appeal.
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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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Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671
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