Dismissed
O-1A
O-1A Dismissed — Gymnastics (2021): did not establish the beneficiary met at least three of the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met at least three of the eight evidentiary criteria for O-1A classification. The AAO found that the petitioner did not establish that the beneficiary's membership in USA Gymnastics required 'outstanding achievements' as judged by experts, as membership was open to any professional who met basic age, fee, and training requirements.
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Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Awards Critical Or Essential Capacity Membership In Associations High Salary
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