Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Wrestling (2020): did not establish eligibility under at least three of the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate eligibility under at least three of the required evidentiary criteria. While the AAO found the petitioner met the awards criterion based on his national championship medals, it determined the evidence for the membership criterion was insufficient, as supporting letters lacked specific details and repeated regulatory language without providing substantive proof.
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Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Awards Or Prizes Membership In Associations That Require Outstanding Achievements Published Materials Original Contributions Of Major Significance Leading Or Critical Roles For Organizations Or Establishments
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