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EB-2 NIWEntrepreneurshipIndividualDecided February 2025Dismissed

Outcome: Dismissed

FEB182025_06B5203

Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed

Our summary

A project manager in mining industry sought NIW for EB-2 advanced degree classification. The AAO found the proposed endeavor lacked substantial national importance under Dhanasar, noting projected revenue and job creation did not establish operation at the level of national significance. Appeal dismissed.

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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.

What was missing

  • Merit and national importance · Proposed mining industry endeavor lacked broader implications or national impact beyond individual clients

Criteria

CriterionReadingWhy
Merit and national importanceNot metProposed mining industry endeavor lacked broader implications or national impact beyond individual clients
Well positionedNot reached / not discussedNot reached because first prong failed
Balance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussedNot reached because first prong failed

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