EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided January 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JAN252024_08B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Project management specialist with advanced master's degree seeks EB-2 NIW for self-employment in urban infrastructure development. Director found substantial merit but no national importance. AAO affirmed, holding proposed endeavor lacks national scope or broader implications beyond applicant's own business, and lacks sufficient evidence of prospective impact or regional benefit.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Project management endeavor lacks broad implications or regional/national impact
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Project management endeavor lacks broad implications or regional/national impact |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong fails; reserved for possible remand |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong fails; reserved for possible remand |
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