Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Information Technology (2022): did not establish eligibility for the underlying EB-2
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish eligibility for the underlying EB-2 classification as an individual of exceptional ability. The Director and AAO found the petitioner only met two of the minimum three required criteria, having proven his academic degree and ten years of experience, but failing to meet the criteria for licensure, high salary, or others.
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Academic Degree Ten Years Of Experience License Or Certification High Salary Membership In Professional Associations Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance Endeavor Balance Of Factors Favors Waiver
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