EB-2 NIWFinance and economicsIndividualDecided 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUL062023_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An economist sought national interest waiver for small-business consulting company. AAO affirmed denial, holding that though the petitioner qualified for EB-2 and had demonstrated substantial merit, the proposed endeavor lacked national importance required under Dhanasar.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Petitioner failed to demonstrate national importance of consulting proposal
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Petitioner failed to demonstrate national importance of consulting proposal |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Finding of substantial merit; AAO reserved remaining Dhanasar prongs |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | AAO reserved issue; unnecessary to resolve after finding no national importance |
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