Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Hospitality (2024): did not establish his proposed endeavor had 'national
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that his proposed endeavor had 'national importance' as required by the Dhanasar framework. While his work was found to have substantial merit, he did not demonstrate how his plans would have broader implications beyond a specific organization and its clients or otherwise significantly impact his field or the U.S. economy.
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Substantial Merit National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance Endeavor Balance Of Factors For Waiver
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