Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Martial Arts (2009): did not establish sustained national or international
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish the required sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO found a significant discrepancy between the petitioner's documented extraordinary ability as a martial arts competitor and his stated intent to work in the U.S. as a coach, which is considered a different area of expertise. The evidence provided related to his accomplishments as a competitor, not as a coach.
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Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence
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