Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Civil Engineering (2023): did not establish his proposed endeavor in civil
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that his proposed endeavor in civil engineering had national importance, which is the first prong of the Dhanasar framework. The evidence, including a business plan and letters of endorsement, did not demonstrate that the impact of his work would extend beyond his specific company and clients. The AAO found the business plan contained discrepancies and lacked credible sources for its projections.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Endeavor Balance Of Factors Favoring Waiver
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