EB-2 NIWFinance and economicsIndividualDecided August 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
AUG132024_10B5203
Merit and national importanceNot reached / not discussedWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A financial manager consultant claimed EB-2 classification as individual of exceptional ability and sought NIW. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the petitioner failed to establish exceptional ability; she did not meet three criteria and lacked expertise significantly above ordinary levels in her field.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
Every criterion in the table was found met.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because petitioner failed underlying EB-2 eligibility as individual of exceptional ability. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because petitioner lacked EB-2 eligibility; NIW analysis reserved. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because petitioner lacked EB-2 eligibility; NIW analysis reserved. |
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