Sustained
EB-1A
EB-1A Sustained — Athletics (2012): the AAO agreed with the director that the petitioner met at
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO agreed with the director that the petitioner met at least three of the ten regulatory criteria for an alien of extraordinary ability. In the final merits determination, the AAO found that the evidence, including testimonials about the success of the athletes coached by the beneficiary, demonstrated that the beneficiary is a biathlon coach who has risen to the very top of his field and has sustained national or international acclaim.
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Sustained National Or International Acclaim One-Time Achievement (Major, Internationally Recognized Award) Meeting At Least Three Of Ten Regulatory Criteria Final Merits Determination
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