dismissed
O-1A
dismissed O-1A Case: Equestrian Athletics
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Decision Summary
The director denied the petition because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met at least three of the required evidentiary criteria for the classification. The director also found that the proposed position of horse trainer did not constitute continuing work in the beneficiary's area of extraordinary ability as a competitive equestrian athlete. The AAO agreed with the director's findings and dismissed the appeal.
Criteria Discussed
High Salary Or Other Remuneration Meeting At Least Three Of Eight Evidentiary Criteria Continuing Work In The Area Of Extraordinary Ability
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