dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Weightlifting
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the initial evidentiary requirements. The AAO concluded that the petitioner's World Championship medal did not qualify as a one-time, major internationally-recognized award, and while the petitioner met the criteria for awards and membership, he ultimately did not satisfy the required minimum of three out of the ten regulatory criteria.
Criteria Discussed
One-Time Achievement (Major International Award) Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Original Contributions Of Major Significance High Salary Or Remuneration
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