Dismissed
O-1A
O-1A Dismissed — Jiu Jitsu (2018): did not establish the beneficiary met the required
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the beneficiary met the required evidentiary criteria for an O-1 visa. The evidence did not establish that the beneficiary's competition awards were nationally or internationally recognized prizes for excellence. Furthermore, his membership in jiu jitsu associations did not require outstanding achievements, as judged by experts, because athletes of various skill levels participated.
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Major Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Material
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