Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Metalworking (2020): the Director initially found the beneficiary met three
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Decision Summary
The Director initially found the beneficiary met three criteria but failed the final merits test. The AAO, upon de novo review, disagreed and concluded the beneficiary did not meet the initial three-criteria threshold, noting that evidence for awards was insufficient because one award went to the petitioning company, not the individual, and the significance of other awards was not established. Consequently, the AAO dismissed the appeal, affirming the denial.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Display Of The Alien'S Work At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Performance In A Leading Or Critical Role For Organizations With A Distinguished Reputation Original Scientific, Scholarly, Artistic, Athletic, Or Business-Related Contributions Of Major Significance High Salary Or Other Significantly High Remuneration
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