dismissed EB-2 (NIW)
Chief Executive
Tax Professional · 2025-03-18
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 serve as the chief executive of a limited liability company offering customized trade compliance support and services. This includes developing strategic compliance plans, conducting in-depth performance analysis, optimizing resource allocation, and providing accurate performance reporting.
Framework Evaluation
0 of 3 criteria met1 The proposed endeavor has both substantial merit and national importance Not Met
The proposed endeavor was found to have substantial merit, but the petitioner failed to demonstrate its national importance through significant job creation, substantial positive economic effects, or broader implications beyond its clients.
Why This Petition Was Denied
The appeal was dismissed because the Petitioner failed to establish the national importance of her proposed endeavor under the first Dhanasar prong. While the endeavor had substantial merit, USCIS found no evidence that the projected employment of up to 120 individuals or the estimated profit of $886,518 to $1,348,201 by the fifth year would constitute significant job creation or substantial positive economic effects within a $52 billion industry. Furthermore, the services offered were not deemed unique or innovative enough to have national or global implications, and alignment with general government initiatives was insufficient without specific impact.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Reference Letters Independent
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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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