Dismissed EB-2 NIW

EB-2 NIW Dismissed โ€” Business (2025): the motion to reconsider was dismissed because the

๐Ÿ“… 2025-02-18 ๐Ÿ‘ค Individual ๐Ÿ“‚ Business

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Decision Summary

The motion to reconsider was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the prior decision was based on an incorrect application of law or policy. The AAO maintained its finding that the petitioner made an impermissible material change to his proposed endeavor after filing. As a result, the AAO only considered the initial proposed endeavor, which it found did not meet the Dhanasar prong of having substantial merit and national importance.

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Criteria Discussed

Material Change To Petition Eligibility At Time Of Filing Substantial Merit And National Importance Standard Of Proof
๐Ÿ“„ Original decision (USCIS PDF)

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