Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Taekwondo (2020): did not establish eligibility by meeting at least three of
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate eligibility by meeting at least three of the required evidentiary criteria. The AAO agreed with the Director's findings, noting that the evidence provided for the claimed criteria, such as for nationally or internationally recognized awards, was insufficient to establish the significance and recognition required for the classification.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Materials About The Petitioner Judging The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Leading Or Critical Role
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