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dismissed EB-2 (NIW) RFE Issued

Micro Restoration Specialist

Automotive Field · 2024-09-16

Decision Date
2024-09-16
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 work as a micro restoration specialist, applying expertise in paintless dent repair (PDR) within the automotive field. The endeavor involves performing PDR techniques and potentially training others, with the aim of impacting the PDR field.

Framework Evaluation

0 of 3 criteria met
1 Proposed endeavor has substantial merit and national importance Not Met

The 'substantial merit' portion was met, but the 'national importance' portion was not. The petitioner did not show the endeavor would impact the PDR field more broadly, create U.S. jobs, or have substantial positive economic effects beyond individual clients and trainees.

Why This Petition Was Denied

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the national importance of the proposed endeavor, which is a requirement of the first Dhanasar prong. While substantial merit was acknowledged, the petitioner did not demonstrate that the work would extend beyond individual clients and trainees to broadly impact the PDR field, create U.S. jobs, or have substantial positive economic effects. The AAO declined to reach the remaining Dhanasar prongs as the first prong was dispositive.

Request for Evidence (RFE)

Unsuccessfully Addressed

A Request for Evidence (RFE) was issued, to which the Petitioner resubmitted and referred to previously presented evidence and arguments. However, the RFE did not lead to a resolution in favor of the petitioner.

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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
RFE Issued
Criteria Met 0 / 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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