dismissed
EB-1B
dismissed EB-1B Case: Petroleum Engineering
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary was internationally recognized as outstanding. The director found, and the AAO agreed, that the beneficiary's student fellowship and student paper awards were not 'major prizes or awards' for the purpose of this visa category. Furthermore, the evidence did not establish that the beneficiary's memberships in professional associations required outstanding achievements of their members.
Criteria Discussed
Receipt Of Major Prizes Or Awards For Outstanding Achievement Membership In Associations Which Require Outstanding Achievements
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