Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Visual Arts/Sociology (2013): the AAO reaffirmed its dismissal of the appeal because the
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Decision Summary
The AAO reaffirmed its dismissal of the appeal because the petitioner failed to establish eligibility for the underlying EB-2 visa category. Specifically, the petitioner did not provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate he holds an advanced degree or its equivalent, nor did he show that his intended occupation qualifies as a 'profession' as defined by regulation. Because the petitioner did not qualify for the base classification, the issue of the national interest waiver was moot, but the AAO also upheld the initial denial on that basis.
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Member Of The Professions Holding An Advanced Degree Alien Of Exceptional Ability National Interest Waiver
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