Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Business Management (2024): did not establish the national importance of his proposed
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the national importance of his proposed endeavor. While the Director found substantial merit in his plan, the AAO agreed that the petitioner did not demonstrate how his specific services as a business manager would have broader implications for his field or the U.S. economy, a key requirement under the Dhanasar framework.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance Proposed Endeavor On Balance, Waiving Job Offer Requirement Would Benefit The U.S.
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