EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided April 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR052024_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Entrepreneur owning a Florida business with advanced degree in finance seeks NIW for EB-2 classification. Petitioner claimed his endeavor to support small businesses and train single mothers has national importance. AAO found substantial merit but dismissed because the specific endeavor lacks national importance; general economic activity in business field insufficient.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; consulting and training for small businesses insufficient to demonstrate national-level impact
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; consulting and training for small businesses insufficient to demonstrate national-level impact |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached as dispositive |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached as dispositive |
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