dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Endodontics
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the evidentiary requirements for the criteria claimed. The AAO determined the petitioner's awards were local or institutional rather than nationally recognized, there was no evidence that his memberships required outstanding achievements for admission, and the submitted articles were not accompanied by certified English translations as required.
Criteria Discussed
Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Which Require Outstanding Achievements Published Materials About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications
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