EB-2 NIWArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided December 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC112024_05B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Architect proposing to establish an architecture firm claimed national interest waiver under Dhanasar. AAO dismissed, finding the proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks evidence of national importance or substantial prospective economic benefit to rise to the required level.
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 architecture firm lacks evidence of substantial prospective economic impact or national importance; ripple effects asserted but not demonstrated.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed architecture firm lacks evidence of substantial prospective economic impact or national importance; ripple effects asserted but not demonstrated. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not analyzed. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not analyzed. |
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