How common are denied 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 ranch management industry affect EB-2 NIW petition outcomes?

The ranch management 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.

dismissed EB-2 (NIW)

President And Ranch Manager

Ranch Management · 2025-02-26

Decision Date

2025-02-26

Location

Florida

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 continue working as the president and ranch manager of his cattle ranch operations management business, which provides operational logistics services, specializing in the backgrounding stage of the beef supply chain. The business aims to optimize productivity and profitability of cattle farms and enhance beef quality in the United States.

Framework Evaluation

0 of 3 criteria met

1 The proposed endeavor has both substantial merit and national importance. Not Met

The proposed endeavor was found to have substantial merit, but the petitioner failed to demonstrate its national importance through objective and independent evidence, particularly regarding its broader implications or significant economic effects beyond the petitioner's business and clients.

Why This Petition Was Denied

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the national importance of his proposed endeavor under Dhanasar's first prong. While the endeavor had substantial merit, the evidence did not sufficiently document its potential prospective impact beyond the petitioner's business, clients, and partners. The projected creation of 16 jobs, $884,154 in wages, and $250,000 in taxes over five years was deemed insufficient to demonstrate national importance, especially given the business's modest net income ($215,414.59 in 2021, $78,662.37 in 2022) and the petitioner being the sole employee since 2014. USCIS declined to evaluate the second and third Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types

Reference Letters Dependent

Commercial Success

Government Alignment

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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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Criteria Met 0 / 3

Evidence Types 3

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