Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Athletics (2019): did not meet the initial evidentiary requirement of
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the initial evidentiary requirement of satisfying at least three regulatory criteria. While a previous decision found he met the 'leading or critical role' and 'published material' criteria, the AAO determined he did not provide sufficient evidence for the awards or membership criteria. The petitioner's involvement in a professional soccer league was not found to be equivalent to membership in an association that requires outstanding achievement.
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Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Material About The Alien Leading Or Critical Role
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