EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided March 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR252026_05B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A management analyst with advanced degree claims NIW for small business closure reduction consultancy in underserved areas. AAO dismissed appeal, finding proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; evidence on field importance does not demonstrate specific endeavor's broader 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 · Management analyst's small business consultancy lacks national importance; briefs and articles discuss field importance not specific endeavor impact.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Management analyst's small business consultancy lacks national importance; briefs and articles discuss field importance not specific endeavor impact. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not analyzed. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not analyzed. |
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