dismissed
EB-2 NIW
dismissed EB-2 NIW Case: International Relations
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to satisfy the third prong of the national interest waiver test. While the AAO agreed the petitioner's work in international relations was of intrinsic merit and national in scope, it concluded that the petitioner had not demonstrated influence or contributions significant enough to justify waiving the labor certification process.
Criteria Discussed
Substantial Intrinsic Merit National In Scope Serving National Interest To A Substantially Greater Degree Than A U.S. Worker
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