USCIS has clarified the evaluation process for the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) following the Matter of Dhanasar decision. The agency now uses a three-prong framework to assess applications, shifting the focus from merely showcasing credentials to demonstrating the applicant’s impact on U.S. national interest.
Key Details:
- The EB-2 NIW evaluation includes a three-prong framework established in the Matter of Dhanasar decision.
- Challenges often arise from insufficient positioning and evidence rather than lack of qualifications.
- Common issues leading to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) include:
- Lack of independent validation of achievements.
- Insufficient measurable traction in work.
- Unclear or overly broad future plans.
- Failure to connect the applicant’s impact to U.S. national interest.
- A strategic shift is recommended from merely showcasing achievements to clearly demonstrating impact and execution.
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Source: Ascend