dismissed EB-2 (NIW)

Police Inspector

Private Security Or Public Safety Sectors · 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, a police inspector, proposes to operate a business in the private security and public safety sector, providing security services and implementing a business plan focused on crime prevention and safety statistics.

Framework Evaluation

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

The Petitioner failed to show the endeavor would have broader implications in the industry or substantial positive economic effects; showing 'growth potential' for a private company is not equivalent to national importance.

Why This Petition Was Denied

The motion was dismissed because the Petitioner failed to establish the national importance of the endeavor under the first Dhanasar prong. The evidence, including an updated business plan and expert letters, was deemed cumulative or insufficient to show significant economic impact or broader industry influence beyond the company's clients.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Reference Letters Dependent
Government Alignment

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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 2

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