EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided April 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR072026_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A supply and trade professional sought EB-2 with national interest waiver for maritime logistics work. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding his proposed endeavor lacked sufficient specificity regarding actual activities and failed to demonstrate national importance or broader implications beyond generalized objectives.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Petitioner's proposed endeavor in maritime logistics was too vague; no specific activities or national-level implications demonstrated.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Petitioner's proposed endeavor in maritime logistics was too vague; no specific activities or national-level implications demonstrated. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached under Dhanasar framework. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached under Dhanasar framework. |
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