Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Antiques Cargo Transportation (2024): did not establish the 'national importance' of their
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the 'national importance' of their proposed endeavor, which is the first prong of the Dhanasar framework for a National Interest Waiver. The AAO found that while the general fields of shipping and antiques are important, the petitioner's specific business plan did not provide credible, documented evidence to show its projections for job creation and revenue were achievable or would result in 'substantial positive economic effects' on a national scale.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Benefit To The U.S. In Waiving Job Offer Requirement
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