Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Business (2017): did not establish he met the requirements for a one-time
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate he met the requirements for a one-time achievement, a major internationally recognized award. The AAO found the evidence for his 'Innocentive Award' was insufficient to establish its significance or even that he had received it. The AAO ultimately concluded the petitioner did not meet at least three of the ten alternate evidentiary criteria.
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One-Time Achievement (Major Award) Lesser Awards Leading Or Critical Role Judging The Work Of Others Published Material About The Alien Original Contributions Of Major Significance Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement High Salary Or Remuneration
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