Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Artistic Direction (2023): did not establish the national importance of his proposed
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the national importance of his proposed endeavor under the first prong of the Dhanasar framework. While the endeavor was found to have substantial merit, the petitioner did not establish that his specific work would have a broad impact on the cultural sector or U.S. economy, as required for a national interest waiver.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor On Balance, Waiving Job Offer Would Benefit The U.S.
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