Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Hospitality Management (2024): the AAO found the Petitioner did not qualify for the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the AAO found the Petitioner did not qualify for the underlying EB-2 classification as a 'member of the professions,' since the lodging manager occupation does not require a bachelor's degree. Furthermore, the AAO agreed with the Director that the Petitioner made an impermissible material change to his proposed endeavor in response to a Request for Evidence, which is not permitted.
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Advanced Degree Professional Member Of The Professions Proposed Endeavor Material Change
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