dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Athletics
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner established acclaim as a taekwondo athlete but sought to work as an instructor. The AAO determined that competing and coaching are not necessarily the same area of expertise, and the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence of sustained acclaim and achievements specifically as an instructor.
Criteria Discussed
Sustained National Or International Acclaim One-Time Achievement (Major, Internationally Recognized Award) Continue To Work In The Area Of Extraordinary Ability Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Display Of Work At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations High Salary Or Other High Remuneration Commercial Successes In The Performing Arts
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