Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Economics And Finance Management (2023): did not establish the national importance of his proposed
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the national importance of his proposed endeavor under the first prong of the Dhanasar framework. Although his plan to operate a consultancy for small- and medium-sized businesses was found to have substantial merit, the petitioner did not show how his specific venture would have a national impact beyond that of a typical consultancy business.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Balance Of Factors (Waiver Benefits The U.S.)
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