EB-2 NIWFinance and economicsIndividualDecided April 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR162025_04B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Financial planner and analyst sought NIW with advanced degree. Proposed company providing financial planning to small and medium-sized businesses. AAO found endeavor substantially meritorious but lacking national importance; benefits confined to direct clients without broader field or economic implications required by Dhanasar. Second and third prongs reserved.
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 financial planning services substantially meritorious but lack national importance; benefits limited to direct clients without broader field implications or substantial economic effects
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed financial planning services substantially meritorious but lack national importance; benefits limited to direct clients without broader field implications or substantial economic effects |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Reserved; not reached because petitioner failed first prong |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Reserved; not reached because petitioner failed first prong |
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