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EB-2 NIW·May 17, 2026

EB-2 NIW in 2026: Why the Bar Has Risen and How to Position Your Case

USCIS approval rates for EB-2 NIW dropped from roughly 96% to around 43% between FY2023 and FY2024. The cases didn't change — the evidentiary bar moved. Here's what shifted under the Matter of Dhanasar framework and how serious cases are positioned now.