Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Civil Engineering (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. The AAO agreed with the Director that merely working in an important field like civil engineering is insufficient; the petitioner did not provide specific evidence that his individual work would have broader implications or a significant positive impact beyond the typical duties of his occupation.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Waiver Of Job Offer Requirement Would Benefit The U.S.
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