Entrepreneur with advanced degree seeking EB-2 NIW for sustainable agriculture business development. AAO affirmed denial because proposed endeavor lacks national importance despite substantial merit. Job creation and economic projections insufficient without supporting evidence of broader prospective impact.

Self-petitioner entrepreneur in finance seeking NIW as EB-2. Claimed endeavor of financial advisory and training has substantial merit and national importance. AAO held the endeavor lacks demonstrated national importance because evidence does not show broader impact on the finance industry or economy beyond the business itself.

An entrepreneur with foreign business degree sought EB-2 NIW to open a supermarket in Florida. The AAO dismissed because opening a supermarket lacks national importance despite job creation and revenue projections; lacks broader implications for the food distribution field.

Aircraft maintenance consultant seeking NIW for aviation consulting business. Asserted endeavor would employ U.S. workers, advance aviation education, and support FAA and National Center for Advancement of Aviation objectives. AAO dismissed appeal, finding proposed endeavor lacked national importance despite alignment with national initiatives.