Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Culinary Arts (2023): did not establish his proposed endeavor as a chef had
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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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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Benefits Of Waiving The Job Offer Requirement
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