dismissed EB-2 (NIW)
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Others ยท 2024-09-11
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 motions to reopen and reconsider were dismissed because the previous motion was untimely filed, as USCIS regulations require actual receipt within 33 days, not mailing date. The Petitioner failed to provide evidence of timely receipt or a reasonable explanation for the delay. The motion to reconsider also failed to assert an incorrect application of law or policy in the prior decision.
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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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Total Cases 3,813
Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671
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