Remanded
EB-1A
EB-1A Remanded — Business (2023): the Director's initial denial was based on an improper
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Decision Summary
The appeal was remanded because the Director's initial denial was based on an improper legal basis, focusing on a 'working relationship' which is not a requirement for the classification. The AAO withdrew the decision and sent the case back for a proper evaluation of the evidence against the required extraordinary ability criteria, such as meeting a major award or at least three of the ten regulatory criteria.
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Major, Internationally Recognized Award At Least Three Of Ten Regulatory Criteria Sustained National Or International Acclaim Final Merits Determination
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