Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Unknown (2024): the motions to reopen and reconsider were dismissed because
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Decision Summary
The motions to reopen and reconsider were dismissed because the previous combined motion was filed untimely. The AAO rejected the petitioner's argument that the 'mailbox rule' should apply, clarifying that regulations state a document is considered filed on the date it is actually received by USCIS, not the date it was mailed.
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Timeliness Of Motion Motion To Reopen Requirements Motion To Reconsider Requirements Date Of Receipt
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