dismissed EB-1A

dismissed EB-1A Case: Athletics

📅 Date unknown 👤 Individual 📂 Athletics

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Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the sustained national or international acclaim required for the classification. The director initially found the petitioner did not meet at least three regulatory criteria. Although the AAO determined the petitioner did meet two criteria (awards and memberships), the overall appeal was dismissed, indicating she did not meet the required threshold of at least three criteria or otherwise demonstrate that she is one of the small percentage who has risen to the very top of the field.

Criteria Discussed

Documentation Of The Alien'S Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence In The Field Of Endeavor. Documentation Of The Alien'S Membership In Associations In The Field For Which Classification Is Sought, Which Require Outstanding Achievements Of Their Members, As Judged By Recognized National Or International Experts In Their Disciplines Or Fields. Published Material 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.

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dismissed EB-1A Case: Athletics

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