Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Civil Engineering (2024): while the petitioner's proposed endeavor in civil
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because while the petitioner's proposed endeavor in civil engineering was found to have substantial merit, the record failed to establish its national importance. The petitioner did not demonstrate that his work would have a broad impact beyond his prospective employer, such as employing U.S. workers or having a significant positive economic effect on the United States.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Waiver Of Job Offer Is Beneficial To The U.S.
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