Self-petitioning pilot seeks NIW as EB-2 advanced degree or exceptional ability professional. Failed to qualify for underlying EB-2 classification (only two of six criteria met). AAO dismissed; pilot work as proposed lacks substantial merit and national importance; endeavor insufficiently documented and explained.

A mining technician sought NIW to work in mining consulting. AAO dismissed the appeal because the proposed endeavor did not demonstrate national importance; professional plan failed to show the work would impact the mining industry beyond direct client relationships or substantially advance the field.

Taekwondo athlete and coach claiming NIW under EB-2. Petitioner asserted exceptional ability under multiple criteria; Director found only one met. On appeal, insufficient arguments and evidence to overcome exceptional ability finding. NIW claim failed at first Dhanasar prong: proposed endeavor lacks national importance. Appeal dismissed.

A public safety officer seeking EB-2 classification with national interest waiver abandoned his appeal on the threshold issue of underlying EB-2 eligibility. The AAO dismissed the appeal without reaching the Dhanasar analysis because establishing eligibility for the underlying EB-2 classification is a prerequisite for any waiver consideration.