dismissed EB-2 NIW Case: Culinary Arts
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that his proposed endeavor as a chef had national importance. The Director concluded the evidence did not show the endeavor's impact would extend beyond his immediate employment to affect the culinary field on a broader, national scale. The AAO affirmed this finding, noting the petitioner did not establish he was well-positioned to advance the endeavor or that a waiver would be beneficial to the U.S.
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