Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Neonatology (2017): the Director initially denied the petition because the
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Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition because the petitioner, while qualifying for the EB-2 classification as an advanced degree professional, had not established that a waiver of the job offer requirement was in the national interest. On appeal, the AAO conducted a de novo review under the Matter of Dhanasar framework and ultimately dismissed the appeal, concurring that the petitioner failed to meet the requirements for a national interest waiver.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Waiver Is Beneficial To The United States
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