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Published AAO appeal decisions
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2005-2026
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Aug 31, 2026
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- EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementOct 2022Dismissed
Former customs official sought NIW for EB-2 classification to establish customs consulting firm and clearance services in United States. AAO dismissed appeal, finding proposed endeavor lacks national importance beyond petitioner's clientele, petitioner lacks entrepreneurial experience despite customs expertise, and therefore waiver not warranted.
0 of 3 criteria metRead → - EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementSep 2022Dismissed
An advanced degree holder proposing business consulting and COVID-related kiosk services sought national interest waiver. The AAO found the petitioner impermissibly changed the substantive nature of his endeavor after filing and failed to show prospective impact rising to national importance level.
1 of 3 criteria metRead → - EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementMar 2022Dismissed
Bank manager seeking national interest waiver. Director found substantial merit but denied on national importance grounds. AAO affirmed and additionally withdrew director's second-prong finding due to petitioner's inconsistent evidence about the proposed endeavor.
0 of 3 criteria metRead →