EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided August 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
AUG152024_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A driving school owner sought EB-2 NIW classification claiming exceptional ability. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the proposed endeavor lacked national importance, showing only local business success without broader impact on the driving safety field or economy.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Driving school business lacks national importance; shows only local or regional impact, not broader field implications
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Driving school business lacks national importance; shows only local or regional impact, not broader field implications |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserves opinion on remaining prongs |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserves opinion on remaining prongs |
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