EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided June 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN042024_08B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A human resources professional sought national interest waiver for HR consulting services to small and medium businesses. The AAO found the endeavor has substantial merit and the petitioner qualifies as advanced degree professional, but the record lacks evidence of national importance, showing only benefits to direct clients.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · HR consulting for small and medium businesses has substantial merit but lacks national importance; no evidence of broader field implications or significant economic effects.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | HR consulting for small and medium businesses has substantial merit but lacks national importance; no evidence of broader field implications or significant economic effects. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed on national importance; second and third prongs reserved as unnecessary to disposition. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed on national importance; second and third prongs reserved as unnecessary to disposition. |
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