Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Financial Consulting (2023): did not establish the 'national importance' prong of the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the 'national importance' prong of the Dhanasar framework for his proposed endeavor. While his work in financial consulting was found to have substantial merit, he did not demonstrate how his specific services would have broader implications for his field or a significant positive economic impact on the U.S. beyond his direct clientele.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Endeavor Benefit To The United States
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