Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Dentistry (2022): did not establish the 'national importance' of their
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the 'national importance' of their proposed endeavor under the first prong of the Dhanasar framework. While the plan to open a dental clinic in an underserved area was found to have substantial merit, the petitioner did not sufficiently demonstrate that this local work would have broader implications or a prospective impact on a national scale.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor On Balance, It Would Be Beneficial To Waive The Job Offer
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