EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided April 2021Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR192021_06B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An administrative services specialist sought EB-2 classification with a national interest waiver but failed to qualify as advanced degree holder or person of exceptional ability. The AAO found her proposed work as executive assistant lacked national importance under Dhanasar's first prong, showing no substantial economic benefits, dismissing the appeal.
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 administrative services work lacked national importance; no substantial foreign direct investment, field advancement, or broader impact demonstrated.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed administrative services work lacked national importance; no substantial foreign direct investment, field advancement, or broader impact demonstrated. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong analysis unnecessary. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong analysis unnecessary. |
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