Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Dentistry (2024): did not establish her proposed endeavor of opening a dental
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that her proposed endeavor of opening a dental clinic had national importance. The AAO found that the endeavor's impact would be limited to her clients and employees and would not impact the industry more broadly or have a significant positive economic effect. Her arguments regarding addressing a dentist shortage and contributing to research were not found to be persuasive.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor On Balance, Waiver Would Benefit The Us
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