Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Physical Education: the petitioner attempted to change the visa category from
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner attempted to change the visa category from EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability) to EB-3 (Skilled Worker) after the initial denial. The AAO affirmed the director's decision, stating that a petitioner cannot make material changes to a petition after it has been adjudicated, and the beneficiary did not qualify under the originally filed EB-1A classification.
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Sustained National Or International Acclaim One-Time Achievement (Major, Internationally Recognized Award) Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Display Of Work At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations High Salary Or Other Remuneration Commercial Successes In The Performing Arts Inability To Change Visa Classification After Adjudication
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