Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Physical Therapy (2023): did not establish her proposed endeavor had national
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that her proposed endeavor had national importance. The Director found that simply working as a physical therapist would have a limited impact, and the petitioner's attempt to change her endeavor post-filing to starting her own company was not permissible, as eligibility must be established at the time of filing.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Balance Of Factors Favors A Waiver
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