dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Science
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the director determined the petitioner had not established the sustained national or international acclaim necessary to qualify for classification as an alien of extraordinary ability. The AAO upheld this conclusion, noting that Congress set a very high benchmark for this visa category, requiring evidence that the individual has risen to the small percentage at the very top of their field.
Criteria Discussed
Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Scientific Or Scholarly Contributions Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role High Salary Or Other Remuneration Commercial Successes In The Performing Arts
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