EB-2 NIWSports and athleticsIndividualDecided October 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
OCT312023_06B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An athlete-trainer with 12 years martial arts experience sought NIW to operate jiu jitsu competitions and fitness business. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the proposed endeavor lacked national importance; general industry growth and physical activity importance were insufficient without demonstrating 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 · Proposed jiu jitsu and fitness business lacks national importance; industry importance insufficient without demonstrated specific impact
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed jiu jitsu and fitness business lacks national importance; industry importance insufficient without demonstrated specific impact |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached due to failure of first prong; also record shows employment history inconsistencies unresolved |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached due to failure of first prong |
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