Sustained
EB-1A
EB-1A Sustained — Baseball (2023): the AAO determined that the petitioner, a professional
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO determined that the petitioner, a professional baseball player, satisfied at least three evidentiary criteria, specifically awards, published material, critical role, and high salary. In the final merits determination, the AAO found that his MLB awards, media coverage, role as a starting outfielder for a distinguished organization, and multi-million dollar salary demonstrated sustained national acclaim, placing him at the top of his field.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Published Material About The Alien Leading Or Critical Role High Salary Or Other Remuneration
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