A federal judge in Nebraska has ruled that the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) must approve an EB-1A visa application that was previously denied. The ruling, issued on January 28, 2026, found USCIS’s use of the two-step Kazarian approach in its final merits determination to be unlawful under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA). This decision may set a precedent for similar cases involving EB-1A visa denials.
Key Details:
- Ruling date: January 28, 2026
- Court: Federal court in Nebraska
- Decision: USCIS must approve the EB-1A visa application
- Legal basis: Unlawful use of the Kazarian approach under the APA
This ruling could significantly affect individuals whose EB-1A applications were denied despite meeting the regulatory criteria, as litigation may now be a viable option for them. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @murthylawfirm