EB-2 NIWData science and analyticsIndividualDecided September 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP242024_06B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Market research and financial analyst seeks EB-2 with national interest waiver for new business providing market research and financial services. AAO dismissed because proposed endeavor lacks national importance; petitioner failed to demonstrate novel methodologies, research contributions, or prospective economic impact beyond clientele.
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 market research and financial services business lacks national importance; impact limited to clients without demonstrating broader industry innovation or national economic effect
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed market research and financial services business lacks national importance; impact limited to clients without demonstrating broader industry innovation or national economic effect |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; first prong failed, making second prong unnecessary |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached; first prong failed, making second prong unnecessary |
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