EB-2 NIWEducation and academiaIndividualDecided May 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAY012023_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Vocational training and career development specialist with advanced degree sought EB-2 and NIW for employment services industry work. AAO dismissed appeal; petitioner demonstrated substantial merit but not national importance, as proposed endeavor would benefit specific clients rather than advance industry or economy at national level.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Vocational training specialist endeavor lacks broader industry impact; benefits limited to specific clients without documented national or global implications
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Vocational training specialist endeavor lacks broader industry impact; benefits limited to specific clients without documented national or global implications |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong reserved as not necessary to decision |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong reserved as not necessary to decision |
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