approved EB-2 (NIW)

System Architect

Telecommunications · Nepal · 2024-03-08

Processing Time
25 days
Decision Date
2024-03-08
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to research advanced 5G and beyond 5G technologies to provide high-speed, seamless, and high-quality connectivity for mobile users. This work focuses on enabling ultra-reliable and low-latency communications to support effective networking between devices and sensors for applications in autonomous driving, industrial automation, and telemedicine.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The research has substantial merit and national importance for facilitating 5G integration to benefit global productivity and the U.S. economy.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned due to his D.Sc. degree, record of 9 total publications, and 119 citations proving his work is recognized by established researchers.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, it is beneficial to waive the requirements as the research creates demand for skilled professionals and enhances the global economy through 5G optimization.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's D.Sc. in telecommunications and a record of 4 peer-reviewed journal articles and 5 first-authored conference articles. His work accumulated 119 citations and received funding from the European Union Horizon 2020 program, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Conference Presentations
Original Contributions

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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 25 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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