EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided July 2021Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUL272021_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Human resources specialist with thirty years experience sought NIW for EB-2 classification. Proposed work in global mobility and personnel management. AAO found endeavor of substantial merit but lacked national importance; work for single employer lacks broader field implications. Second and third prongs not reached.
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 endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; benefits limited to single employer
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; benefits limited to single employer |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached per Dhanasar framework |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached per Dhanasar framework |
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