Sustained EB-2 NIW

EB-2 NIW Sustained โ€” Aerospace Engineering (2024): the appeal was initially dismissed because the petitioner

๐Ÿ“… 2024-04-16 ๐Ÿ‘ค Individual ๐Ÿ“‚ Aerospace Engineering

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Decision Summary

The appeal was initially dismissed because the petitioner had not established he was well-positioned to advance his proposed endeavor. The case was reopened to consider updated USCIS Policy Manual guidance for individuals with advanced degrees in STEM fields. Upon reconsideration, the appeal was sustained.

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Criteria Discussed

Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor On Balance, It Would Be Beneficial To The U.S. To Waive The Job Offer Requirement
๐Ÿ“„ Original decision (USCIS PDF)

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