EB-2 NIWLaw, policy, social scienceIndividualDecided August 2021Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
AUG242021_05B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Legal analyst and consultant seeking NIW under EB-2. Claimed substantial merit and national importance for proposed consulting business advising U.S. companies entering Latin American markets. AAO held the endeavor lacks national importance because it would not impact the field broadly, has no demonstrated substantial economic effects, and lacks evidence of significant employment or regional benefit.
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 legal consulting endeavor lacks prospective impact beyond petitioner's clientele and business; no demonstrated national or field-wide implications.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed legal consulting endeavor lacks prospective impact beyond petitioner's clientele and business; no demonstrated national or field-wide implications. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong analysis not reached. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong analysis not reached. |
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