Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Ophthalmology (2018): the Director initially denied the petition because the
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Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition because the petitioner had not established eligibility for a national interest waiver. Upon review, the AAO dismissed the appeal, concurring with the Director's decision. Although the petitioner's proposed endeavor was found to have substantial merit and national importance, the appeal was ultimately dismissed for failing to meet the remaining prongs of the Dhanasar framework.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Beneficial To The U.S. To Waive Job Offer/Labor Certification
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