dismissed EB-1A Case: Athletics
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner sought to enter the U.S. as a taekwondo instructor, which the AAO deemed a different area of expertise than his prior accomplishments as a competitive athlete. The AAO stated that while his competitive history is relevant, he must establish extraordinary ability primarily as an instructor. Although he met one criterion through the success of athletes he coached, he ultimately failed to demonstrate the sustained national or international acclaim required for the classification in his intended field.
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