Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Subsea Engineering (2024): did not meet the first prong of the Dhanasar framework
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to satisfy the first prong of the Dhanasar framework. While the AAO agreed the proposed endeavor as a subsea engineer had substantial merit, the petitioner did not establish its 'national importance,' failing to demonstrate that his specific work would have a broader impact beyond his employer or offer substantial positive economic effects for the nation.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Endeavor Balance Of Factors Weighs In Favor Of Waiver
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