Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Finance (2023): did not establish his proposed endeavor has national
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that his proposed endeavor has national importance. While his work in financial consulting for small businesses was found to have substantial merit, he did not provide sufficient specific evidence, such as a detailed business plan with employment projections, to demonstrate his individual business would have a significant national impact.
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Advanced Degree Professional Substantial Merit National Importance Well Positioned Waiver Benefits The U.S.
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