dismissed
EB-2 NIW
dismissed EB-2 NIW Case: Transportation
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proposed occupation of Port Captain qualifies as a 'profession,' which requires a U.S. baccalaureate degree or its equivalent as a minimum for entry. As the petitioner did not meet the basic eligibility requirements for the EB-2 visa classification, the national interest waiver claim could not be considered, and the director's denial was upheld.
Criteria Discussed
Member Of The Professions Holding An Advanced Degree Alien Of Exceptional Ability National Interest Waiver
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