dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Culinary Arts
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner filed under the extraordinary ability (EB-1A) category but later argued on appeal that they had mistakenly checked the wrong box and intended to file for a skilled worker. The AAO determined that a petitioner cannot change the requested visa classification after a decision has been made. The director properly adjudicated the petition based on the category selected on the form, and the evidence submitted did not meet the EB-1A requirements.
Criteria Discussed
Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Material About The Alien Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role High Salary Commercial Successes
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