dismissed
EB-2 NIW
dismissed EB-2 NIW Case: Engineering
Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition because the petitioner had not established that a waiver of the job offer requirement would be in the national interest. The AAO dismissed the appeal, affirming the Director's decision. While the AAO found that the petitioner's proposed engineering consulting endeavor had substantial merit, the petitioner ultimately failed to demonstrate eligibility for the waiver under the three-prong framework established in Matter of Dhanasar.
Criteria Discussed
Advanced Degree Professional Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance Endeavor Balance Of Factors For Waiver
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