Dismissed
O-1A
O-1A Dismissed — Equestrian (2014): did not establish the beneficiary qualifies as an alien of
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary qualifies as an alien of extraordinary ability in athletics. The AAO noted a significant inconsistency in the record regarding the beneficiary's proposed job duties, specifically whether he would be employed as an equestrian, his stated area of extraordinary ability, or as a trainer, which is considered a different field of expertise.
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Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity Commanded A High Salary Or Other Remuneration Comparable Evidence
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