Sustained
EB-1A
EB-1A Sustained — Oil And Gas Industry (2022): the AAO disagreed with the Director's final merits
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO disagreed with the Director's final merits determination. The AAO found that the Director had overlooked persuasive evidence in the record, which demonstrated the petitioner's sustained national acclaim. The totality of the evidence, including high-ranking executive positions and significant contributions such as expanding the industry and negotiating major international contracts, established the petitioner's eligibility.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations That Require Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Individual In Professional Or Major Media Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Or Establishments High Remuneration For Services
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