Manufacturing engineering manager sought EB-2 NIW. AAO dismissed, holding that although petitioner qualifies as an advanced degree professional and is well positioned to advance the endeavor, it lacks national importance because it does not demonstrate sufficient prospective impact on the field or nation.

A professional holding an advanced degree sought a national interest waiver of the job offer requirement. The director found the advanced degree qualification met but denied the waiver. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the proposed endeavor was not shown to have national importance, and it reserved the remaining prongs.

An oil and gas industry consultant with advanced degree seeks NIW for EB-2 classification. He claimed his proposed consulting work would benefit the U.S. energy sector. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding his endeavor lacked national importance and benefited only his employer and clients, not the broader industry or economy.

Economist in oil and gas industry seeking EB-2 with NIW as employee or independent consultant. Petitioner claimed expertise supports U.S. transition to cleaner energy and guides LNG companies. AAO held proposed consultancy does not extend beyond prospective employer or clientele to impact field broadly at national importance level.