Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Transportation (2023): did not establish his proposed endeavor of owning and
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that his proposed endeavor of owning and operating a freight trucking business had national importance. The AAO found that while the trucking industry is generally important, the petitioner did not demonstrate how his specific company would have a broader impact on the field beyond its immediate clients. Evidence regarding job creation and economic impact was deemed insufficient to meet the standard required under the Dhanasar framework.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Endeavor Balance Of Factors Favors A Waiver
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