Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Athletics (2024): did not establish eligibility under at least three of the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish eligibility under at least three of the required evidentiary criteria. The AAO concluded the petitioner did not demonstrate that his membership in the Russian handball federation required outstanding achievements judged by national or international experts. The petitioner also failed to sufficiently argue his eligibility under other criteria on appeal.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Judging The Work Of Others Membership In Associations Contributions Of Major Significance Leading Or Critical Role
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