Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Business Consulting (2024): did not establish his proposed endeavor had national
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that his proposed endeavor had national importance, which is the second element of the first prong of the Matter of Dhanasar framework. While his business consulting services might benefit his clients, the record lacked sufficient evidence to demonstrate a broader impact on the field nationally or significant positive economic effects, such as substantial job creation.
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Substantial Merit National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor
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