Published AAO appeal decisions

An entrepreneur seeking EB-2 classification with a national interest waiver filed a self-petition. The AAO dismissed the appeal of a motion to reconsider without reaching the merits, finding the beneficiary merely resubmitted the same arguments previously rejected rather than establishing error in the prior decision on motion.

Nautical operations specialist seeks NIW for maritime training academy. AAO held the proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; petitioner failed to demonstrate prospective impact, sustainable business model, or how his academy would address claimed personnel shortage on a national scale.