EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided March 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR202025_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An administrative and human resources manager seeking EB-2 with NIW to establish a management consulting firm claimed substantial merit and national importance. The AAO found the endeavor lacked national importance, having only limited benefits to prospective clients and employees without broader economic implications.
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 management consulting firm lacks broader implications or national importance beyond serving prospective clients
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed management consulting firm lacks broader implications or national importance beyond serving prospective clients |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not analyzed because first prong failed; decision reserved this issue |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not analyzed because first prong failed; decision reserved this issue |
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