EB-2 NIWLaw, policy, social scienceIndividualDecided February 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB272024_09B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Self-petitioner attorney sought EB-2 NIW for proposed international business consulting and maritime law endeavor. Submitted curriculum vitae, recommendation letters, credentials, and industry reports. AAO held proposed endeavor did not demonstrate national importance; petitioner misunderstood Dhanasar framework by emphasizing past performance rather than specific endeavor impact.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed endeavor in maritime law and foreign direct investment lacked evidence of national or global implications; focus on Venezuelan investment does not rise to national importance.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor in maritime law and foreign direct investment lacked evidence of national or global implications; focus on Venezuelan investment does not rise to national importance. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not analyzed because first prong failed; decision reserves issue. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not analyzed because first prong failed; decision reserves issue. |
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