Entrepreneur with recent foreign degree sought EB-2 NIW for independent logistics business venture. AAO dismissed appeal, finding applicant lacked advanced degree or exceptional ability status and proposed endeavor lacked national importance, with only incremental economic benefits.

Computer network architect and entrepreneur seeking EB-2 NIW to operate AI and IT solutions company. Claimed endeavor of national importance but provided only conclusory statements about qualifications without demonstrating specific prospective impact on economy, national security, or technology sectors.

An entrepreneurship professor sought EB-2 NIW for teaching and training programs. The AAO found the endeavor had substantial merit but lacked national importance because the evidence showed only local educational impact, not broader field implications or substantial economic effects needed for national interest.

Self-petitioner, accountant and entrepreneur, proposed tax planning and customs trade consultancy business and sought national interest waiver. AAO found the endeavor lacked national importance and that petitioner failed to establish EB-2 eligibility due to insufficient post-baccalaureate experience. Appeal dismissed.