EB-2 NIWFilm, music, performing artsIndividualDecided January 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JAN122024_05B5203
Merit and national importanceNot reached / not discussedWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An audio-video editor, filmmaker, and producer sought EB-2 and NIW. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the petitioner failed to establish eligibility for EB-2 classification, lacking adequate credentials evaluation and not meeting the advanced degree or exceptional ability requirements.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
Every criterion in the table was found met.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; petitioner failed to establish EB-2 eligibility |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; petitioner failed to establish EB-2 eligibility |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; petitioner failed to establish EB-2 eligibility |
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