EB-2 NIWMechanical and aerospace engineeringEmployerDecided July 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUL052024_04B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A mechanical engineer sought EB-2 NIW to establish a consulting business. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding the petitioner failed the first Dhanasar prong: his proposed consultancy lacked business plan detail, identified no specific clients, and did not demonstrate national importance or significant economic impact.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed consultancy lacks sufficient detail on economic or scientific impact
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed consultancy lacks sufficient detail on economic or scientific impact |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached after failure on first prong |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached after failure on first prong |
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