Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Computer Aided Design (2024): did not establish eligibility for the underlying EB-2
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish eligibility for the underlying EB-2 classification as an individual of exceptional ability. On appeal, the petitioner did not contest the Director's negative final merits determination, which is a required step, thus abandoning the claim and making him ineligible for the National Interest Waiver.
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Exceptional Ability Final Merits Determination (Exceptional Ability) Recognition For Achievements And Significant Contributions Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance Benefit To The U.S. (On Balance Test)
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