dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Athletics
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the necessary sustained national or international acclaim at the time the petition was filed. A significant achievement, winning an Olympic medal, occurred after the filing date and could not be considered as evidence of eligibility. The AAO affirmed that eligibility must be established based on the facts as they existed on the filing date, upholding the director's revocation of the initial approval.
Criteria Discussed
Sustained National Or International Acclaim Eligibility At The Time Of Filing Intent To Continue Work In Field Of Expertise
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