Dismissed
O-1A
O-1A Dismissed — Ski Coaching (2020): did not establish the beneficiary met the required minimum
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the required minimum of three evidentiary criteria for O-1 classification. The AAO found the evidence submitted for the 'awards' criterion was insufficient, as it did not establish the national or international recognition of the awards or show they were for excellence in her specific field as a ski coach. Because the petitioner could not meet the threshold evidentiary requirement, the appeal was dismissed.
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Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Memberships In Associations Original Contributions Of Major Significance
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