dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Education
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the requisite extraordinary ability. The director determined, and the AAO upheld, that the petitioner had not demonstrated sustained national or international acclaim through extensive documentation, which is a very high benchmark required for this visa category.
Criteria Discussed
Judging The Work Of Others Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Original Contributions Of Major Significance Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role High Salary Commercial Successes
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