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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Alcoholic Beverage Trade And Wholesale Company · China · 2025-04-04

Decision Date
2025-04-04
Location
Houston, Texas
This case is from a USCIS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) appeal decision. Appeal cases represent a subset of petitions and may not reflect typical outcomes.

Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to establish and operate an alcoholic beverage trade and wholesale company in Houston, Texas, focusing on exporting American liquor and wine brands to international markets, specifically China. Additionally, she plans to open and franchise two bar-restaurants that integrate art and cultural activities into the business model.

Framework Evaluation

0 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Not Met

While the endeavor had substantial merit, it lacked national importance as the economic projections did not reach the level of substantial positive economic effects.

Why This Petition Was Denied

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish the national importance of her endeavor under the first Dhanasar prong. While she projected employing 36 people and generating $7.4 million in revenue by the fifth year, the AAO found these metrics insufficient to show substantial regional or national economic impact. Furthermore, the evidence did not show how her specific business would offer original innovations or broader implications for the industry beyond her immediate clients.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Media Coverage
Reference Letters Dependent
Government Alignment

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Frequently Asked Questions

A dismissed EB-2 NIW petition means USCIS found the evidence insufficient to meet the eligibility criteria. Common reasons include weak documentation, failure to meet the required number of criteria, or insufficient evidence of the claimed qualifications. Petitioners can refile with stronger evidence or explore alternative visa categories.

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At a Glance

Outcome dismissed
Criteria Met 0 / 3
Evidence Types 3

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,813
Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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