A pilot seeking EB-2 exceptional ability classification and NIW failed to submit required labor certification and did not clearly specify whether seeking classification as advanced degree professional or exceptional ability individual. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the petitioner did not establish EB-2 eligibility or merit for NIW under Dhanasar framework.

An audio-video editor, filmmaker, and producer sought EB-2 and NIW. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the petitioner failed to establish eligibility for EB-2 classification, lacking adequate credentials evaluation and not meeting the advanced degree or exceptional ability requirements.

AI researcher sought EB-2 NIW classification claiming exceptional ability. AAO dismissed appeal, finding petitioner met only two of three required criteria for exceptional ability: official academic record and professional association membership, but not recognition for achievements and significant contributions in AI field.

Health and safety specialist sought EB-2 exceptional ability and NIW based on proposed safety app development. Service Center found exceptional ability met three criteria but no degree of expertise significantly above field. AAO held proposed endeavor lacks national importance: app benefits only petitioner's employer and clients, not broader industry or public; field importance does not equal endeavor importance.