dismissed EB-1A Case: Business
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO found that the petitioner's academic scholarship and degree did not qualify as major international awards, and work-related awards like the 'President's Club' were considered internal company recognition, not national acclaim. Additionally, the petitioner's memberships in associations did not require outstanding achievements for admission, failing to meet the high standard for the category.
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