Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Athletics (2005): did not meet minimum of three criteria for an alien of
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the required minimum of three criteria for an alien of extraordinary ability. The AAO determined that the petitioner satisfied the criteria for nationally recognized awards and for performing in a leading or critical role. However, the evidence for published materials was deemed insufficient because the articles were not primarily about the beneficiary and the publications did not qualify as major media.
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Documentation Of The Alien'S Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence In The Field Of Endeavor. Published Materials About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Or Other Major Media, Relating To The Alien'S Work In The Field For Which Classification Is Sought. Evidence That The Alien Has Performed In A Leading Or Critical Role For Organizations Or Establishments That Have A Distinguished Reputation.
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