Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Architecture (2023): did not establish his proposed endeavor had broader
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that his proposed endeavor had broader implications rising to the level of national importance under the Matter of Dhanasar framework. The AAO found that the petitioner's past accomplishments were tied to specific projects or employers and did not demonstrate a wider impact on the field. The petitioner also did not provide sufficient specific information about the proposed endeavor for USCIS to determine its potential impact.
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National Interest Waiver Proposed Endeavor National Importance Matter Of Dhanasar Framework
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