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EB-2 NIWArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided October 2023Dismissed

Outcome: Dismissed

OCT172023_03B5203

Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed

Our summary

Artistic director self-petitioner sought NIW for endeavor promoting Brazilian art and culture in United States. AAO found endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; petitioner failed to demonstrate prospective impact extending to performing arts field, cultural enrichment, or economy at national level.

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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.

What was missing

  • Merit and national importance · Proposed artistic direction promoting Brazilian culture has substantial merit but lacks national importance; does not demonstrate broader field impact or significant economic effects.

Criteria

CriterionReadingWhy
Merit and national importanceNot metProposed artistic direction promoting Brazilian culture has substantial merit but lacks national importance; does not demonstrate broader field impact or significant economic effects.
Well positionedNot reached / not discussedNot reached because first prong failed; dispositive issue.
Balance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussedNot reached because first prong failed; dispositive issue.

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