52 decisions
newest first- SustainedNIW · Appeal2026-03-25Researcher in supply chain managementMAR252026_01B5203Business & finance
For the reasons discussed below, we conclude the Petitioner has established eligibility for a national interest waiver under the analytical framework set forth in Dhanasar.
- SustainedNIW · Appeal2026-02-05Computer scientistFEB052026_03B5203Computing, AI & data
As such, we withdraw SCOPS' findings to the contrary and we conclude that the Petitioner has established eligibility under the first prong.
Past record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2026-01-21Neuroscience researcherJAN212026_05B5203Biomedical & life sciences
We conclude that she has established she is eligible for and otherwise merits a national interest waiver as a matter of discretion.
Past record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2025-12-22Research/design engineerDEC222025_01B5203Engineering
2 (AAO 2015), we conclude that he has demonstrated that a waiver would be in the national interest.
- SustainedNIW · Appeal2025-08-27Research scientist in the field of artificial intelligenceAUG272025_03B5203Computing, AI & data
For the reasons discussed below, we conclude the Petitioner has established eligibility for a national interest waiver under the analytical framework set forth in Dhanasar.
Did not show the waiver outweighs labor certification - SustainedNIW · Motion to reconsider2025-07-02Researcher in the field of communications and networking technologiesJUL022025_02B5203Engineering
Accordingly, we conclude that he has established his eligibility for the EB-2 classification and that he merits a waiver of that classifications job offer requirement, and thus of a labor certification.
Labor certification not shown to be impracticalNo interest from users, customers or investorsNo urgency shownDid not show the waiver outweighs labor certification - SustainedNIW · Appeal2025-06-30ResearcherJUN302025_03B5203Computing, AI & data
- SustainedNIW · Appeal2025-05-16Thermal energy researcher from NepalMAY162025_06B5203Energy, environment & agriculture
For the reasons discussed below, we conclude the Petitioner has established eligibility for a national interest waiver under the analytical framework set forth in Dhanasar.
- SustainedNIW · Appeal2025-05-08Postdoctoral researcherMAY082025_04B5203Biomedical & life sciences
" For the reasons discussed below, we conclude the Petitioner has established eligibility for a national interest waiver under the analytical framework set forth in Dhanasar.
Past record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2025-04-30Research scientist (postdoctoral researcher)APR302025_02B5203Biomedical & life sciences
We conclude that she has established she is eligible for and otherwise merits a national interest waiver as a matter of discretion.
Job creation or economic claims unsupportedProposed endeavor too vaguePast record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2025-04-28Mechanical engineer and postdoctoral researcherAPR282025_01B5203Engineering
" For the reasons discussed below, we conclude the Petitioner has established eligibility for a national interest waiver under the analytical framework set forth in Dhanasar.
Past record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2025-03-04Researcher in the field of biomedical engineeringMAR042025_03B5203Biomedical & life sciences
For the reasons discussed below, we conclude that the Petitioner has established her endeavor has substantial merit and is of national importance.
Past record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2025-03-03Researcher in plant sciencesMAR032025_04B5203Biomedical & life sciences
" The Petitioner asserts he has established his eligibility under this prong pursuant to U.
Did not show the waiver outweighs labor certificationPast record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2024-10-18Inorganic chemistOCT182024_05B5203Physical sciences & math
CONCLUSION The Petitioner has established that she is an advanced degree professional eligible for EB-2 classification, that she meets all three Dhanasar prongs, and merits a waiver of the job offer requirement in the national interest.
Citation record not persuasiveNo interest from users, customers or investorsNo urgency shownPast record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2024-10-16Assistant professor and researcher in finance and economicsOCT162024_02B5203Business & finance
Upon de nova review, we conclude that the Petitioner has established by apreponderance of the evidence that he is well-positioned to advance his proposed endeavor.
Support letters generic or unsupportedPast record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Motion to reopen & reconsider2024-04-16Mechanical and aerospace engineerAPR162024_01B5203Engineering
We conclude that he has established he is eligible for and otherwise merits a national interest waiver as a matter of discretion.
No interest from users, customers or investorsPast record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2024-03-14Occupation not statedMAR142024_08B5203Arts, media & sports
We conclude that she has established eligibility for, and otherwise merits a national interest waiver as a matter of discretion.
Citation record not persuasivePast record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2023-11-16Research foundationNOV162023_05B5203Clinical & health
For the reasons discussed below, we conclude the Petitioner has established eligibility for a national interest waiver under the analytical framework set forth in Dhanasar.
Labor certification not shown to be impracticalNo urgency shownPast record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2023-08-08Researcher in the field of veterinary medicineAUG082023_02B5203Clinical & health
CONCLUSION The Petitioner has established his eligibility for a national interest waiver under the Dhanasar analytical framework, and we conclude that the waiver is warranted as a matter of discretion.
Past record does not show influence or success - SustainedNIW · Appeal2023-07-25Postdoctoral research associateJUL252023_04B5203Education
For the reasons discussed below, we conclude that the Petitioner has established eligibility for a national interest waiver under the analytical framework set forth in Dhanasar.
Did not show the waiver outweighs labor certification