Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Culinary Arts (2022): 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. The AAO re-evaluated the evidence and found it did not meet the criteria for ten years of experience, high salary, membership in professional associations, or recognition for achievements, overturning the Director's initial positive findings on two of the criteria.
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Ten Years Of Full-Time Experience High Salary Or Other Remuneration Membership In Professional Associations Recognition For Achievements And Significant Contributions
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