EB-2 NIWEntrepreneurshipIndividualDecided September 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP262024_07B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An entrepreneur sought NIW classification for an eco-friendly furniture manufacturing business using sustainable techniques and white-label services. The AAO found the endeavor had substantial merit but lacked national importance, finding insufficient evidence of projected job creation, economically depressed area location, or substantial positive economic effects.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Eco-friendly furniture manufacturing lacks demonstrated national importance; no evidence of significant job creation, economically depressed area focus, or substantial positive economic effects
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Eco-friendly furniture manufacturing lacks demonstrated national importance; no evidence of significant job creation, economically depressed area focus, or substantial positive economic effects |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed |
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