Remanded
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Remanded — Mechanical Engineering (2023): the Director's initial decision was insufficient for review
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Decision Summary
The appeal was remanded because the Director's initial decision was insufficient for review. Specifically, the Director failed to analyze the first prong of the Dhanasar framework, which assesses whether the petitioner's proposed endeavor has substantial merit and national importance.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Beneficial To Waive The Job Offer And Labor Certification
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