EB-2 NIWAgriculture and foodEmployerDecided November 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
NOV292023_08B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Aquacultural engineer with advanced degree seeking EB-2 NIW. Proposed consultancy providing services to aquaculture industry. AAO dismissed, finding endeavor lacked national importance under Dhanasar first prong; no evidence of substantial economic impact, job creation, or broader industry influence.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Aquaculture consultancy endeavor lacks sufficient prospective national impact and economic benefits beyond employer and clients
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Aquaculture consultancy endeavor lacks sufficient prospective national impact and economic benefits beyond employer and clients |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; remaining prongs reserved and not addressed |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; remaining prongs reserved and not addressed |
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