sustained
EB-1A
sustained EB-1A Case: Equestrian Show Jumping
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found that the petitioner met the required three criteria. Although the director found only one criterion was met, the AAO considered the totality of the evidence, including the petitioner's past acclaim as a rider and his more recent success as a trainer, to establish an overall pattern of sustained acclaim and extraordinary ability in the field.
Criteria Discussed
Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Published Material About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Original Contributions Of Major Significance Leading Or Critical Role For Organizations With A Distinguished Reputation Sustained National Or International Acclaim
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