EB-2 NIWFinance and economicsIndividualDecided December 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC222023_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot metBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Economist with doctorate in economics and finance sought NIW for EB-2 classification. She claimed expertise in economic development and financial analysis. AAO dismissed appeal because she presented inconsistent descriptions of her proposed endeavor and failed to establish its national importance or her capability to advance it.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Petitioner failed to describe a single, consistent proposed endeavor at filing; business plan submitted later constitutes material revision
- Well positioned · Petitioner not established as well positioned to advance either proposed endeavor in research or business operation
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Petitioner failed to describe a single, consistent proposed endeavor at filing; business plan submitted later constitutes material revision |
 Well positioned | Not met | Petitioner not established as well positioned to advance either proposed endeavor in research or business operation |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved argument on third prong |
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