Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Research (2009): the appeal was dismissed on procedural grounds because the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed on procedural grounds because the petitioner attempted to change the visa classification from EB-1A (extraordinary ability) to EB-1B (outstanding researcher) after the initial petition was denied. The AAO ruled that a petitioner cannot make such a material change to a petition at the appellate stage and must file a new petition for the desired classification.
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Procedural Bar Against Changing Visa Classification On Appeal Failure To Establish Sustained National Or International Acclaim Failure To Meet At Least Three Of The Ten Regulatory Criteria
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