EB-2 NIWFinance and economicsIndividualDecided February 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB152024_05B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
International financial advisor sought NIW as EB-2 advanced degree professional. AAO held that specific proposed financial management work, though from important field, lacks sufficient national importance because record did not demonstrate prospective impact on field, significant job creation, or substantial economic benefits at required threshold.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · International financial advisor's proposed work lacks demonstrated national importance; does not show adequate impact on field, job creation, or economic effects at required level.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | International financial advisor's proposed work lacks demonstrated national importance; does not show adequate impact on field, job creation, or economic effects at required level. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached on appeal due to failure of first prong. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached on appeal due to failure of first prong. |
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