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Lawyer · 2024-06-10

Decision Date
2024-06-10
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 is a lawyer who proposes to engage in investment strategies and work that aligns with U.S. strategic economic diversification in Central Asia. The endeavor focuses on the broader implications of legal and investment work within that specific geographic and economic context.

Framework Evaluation

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

While the endeavor may have merit, the Petitioner failed to demonstrate its national importance or broader implications beyond the specific work.

Why This Petition Was Denied

The appeal was dismissed because the Petitioner conflated substantial merit with national importance and failed to show how the specific endeavor would impact the field more broadly. The decision noted that simple alignment with vague policy goals is insufficient to meet the first prong of Dhanasar, and no specific evidence of significant economic impact or job creation was established.

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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

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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