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Published AAO appeal decisions
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- EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementDec 2019Dismissed
Entrepreneur seeks national interest waiver for EB-2. Proposed business consulting on international trade and digital marketing has substantial merit but fails to demonstrate national importance beyond serving specific clients. Decision holds endeavor lacks sufficient prospective impact on field or U.S. economy, dismissing appeal.
0 of 3 criteria metRead → - EB-2 NIWBusiness and management2019Dismissed
A restaurant owner sought EB-2 classification with national interest waiver. The AAO found she qualified for EB-2 as member of professions holding advanced degree but dismissed her waiver claim under Dhanasar framework, concluding the proposed endeavor lacked demonstrated national importance.
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