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sustained O-1A

Medical Research

Dec 2010 · Organization
The director initially denied the petition, concluding the beneficiary did not meet the required three evidentiary criteria, having only sat...
Major Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien Judging The Work Of Others Original Scientific Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Critical Or Essential Capacity High Salary
dismissed O-1B

Performing Arts

Dec 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, an entertainment agency filing as an agent, failed to provide the required copies of contra...
Nomination/Receipt Of Major Awards Lead/Starring Role In Distinguished Productions National/International Recognition Lead/Starring/Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial/Critically Acclaimed Success Significant Recognition From Experts High Salary/Remuneration Agent Petitioner Filing Requirements (Contracts/Itinerary)
dismissed O-1A

Horse Training

Nov 2010 · Company
The director initially denied the petition because the petitioner failed to submit the required initial evidence in support of its electroni...
Failure To Submit Initial Evidence Failure To Identify Error Of Law Or Fact On Appeal
dismissed O-1B

Cinematography

Nov 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary has a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievem...
Significant National Or International Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions National Or International Recognition For Achievements Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition For Achievements From Experts High Salary Or Other Substantial Remuneration
dismissed O-1B

Music

Nov 2010 · Organization
The director initially denied the petition for failing to submit a consultation from an appropriate labor organization and for not providing...
Written Advisory Opinion / Consultation Itinerary / Explanation Of Events Contract / Terms Of Oral Agreement
sustained P-1

Music And Dance

Nov 2010 · Organization
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found the petitioner's assertions and evidence persuasive, successfully establishing that it would ...
Culturally Unique Performance Agent As Petitioner Employer-Employee Relationship Itinerary Of Events Contracts
dismissed O-1A

Dance

Nov 2010 · Organization
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to identify any specific erroneous conclusion of law or statement of fact i...
Sustained National Or International Acclaim Summary Dismissal Requirements
sustained O-1B

Music

Oct 2010 · Company
The appeal was sustained because the director's denial was based on procedural errors. The AAO determined that the director improperly denie...
Advisory Opinion/Consultation Proper Petitioner (Employer/Agent)
dismissed O-1A

Medical Research

Oct 2010 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because even though the petitioner submitted evidence relating to three criteria, the AAO determined this evidence ...
Judging The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles
dismissed O-1A

Medical Research

Oct 2010 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because, although the petitioner submitted evidence under three regulatory criteria (judging, original contribution...
Major Internationally-Recognized Award Judging The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles
dismissed O-1A

Medical Research

Oct 2010 · Organization
Although the petitioner submitted evidence that technically met the minimum count of three criteria (judging, original contributions, and sc...
Judging The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles
dismissed O-1B

Culinary Arts

Oct 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed as untimely filed. The petitioner filed the appeal with the correct service center 40 days after the director's dec...
Timeliness Of Appeal Motion To Reopen Motion To Reconsider Written Advisory Opinion
dismissed O-1A

Judo

Oct 2010 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary has the necessary sustained national or internati...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(B)(1) (Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(B)(2) (Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(B)(3) (Published Material About The Alien) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(B)(7) (Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity)
sustained O-1A

Engineering

Oct 2010 · Company
The director denied the petition, concluding that the proposed three-year employment period for a developmental research engineer did not co...
Event Requirement
dismissed O-1B

Ballroom Dance

Sep 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed on two procedural grounds. The petitioner did not provide a required written advisory...
Advisory Opinion Itinerary Of Events
dismissed O-1A

Gymnastics Coaching

Sep 2010 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary, a gymnastics coach, has sustained national or inte...
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 Scientific, Scholarly, Or Business-Related Contributions Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity High Salary Or Other Remuneration Comparable Evidence
dismissed O-1A

Athletics

Sep 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, an event company, failed to adequately describe the nature of the beneficiary's planned eve...
Definition Of An 'Event' Under 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Ii) Requirement For An Explanation Of Events And Itinerary Under 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(2)(Ii)(C) Prohibition On Freelancing In The Open Market
dismissed O-1B

Dance

Sep 2010 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to fulfill the written consultation requirement. The director initially denied the pe...
Written Consultation / Advisory Opinion
dismissed O-1A

Martial Arts

Sep 2010 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary has achieved the necessary sustained national or in...
Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements 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
dismissed O-1B

Ballet Dance

Sep 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the director's finding on revocation. The director determined that the ev...
Lead Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions Or Events National Or International Recognition For Achievements Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Organizations, Critics, Or Experts High Salary Or Other Substantial Remuneration
dismissed O-1B

Motorcycle Design

Sep 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit any substantive supporting evidence in response to the director's request f...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(A) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B) Consultation Prior Approval Deference (Yates Memo)
dismissed O-1B

Music Production

Sep 2010 · Company
The director revoked the initial approval, citing gross error because the petitioner failed to provide an adequate explanation of the events...
Itinerary/Events Requirement Agent As Petitioner Revocation For Gross Error
dismissed O-1B

Music

Sep 2010 · Individual
The appeal was rejected because it was filed untimely. The director's decision was mailed on November 24, 2009, making the appeal due by Dec...
Timely Filing Of Appeal Proper Petitioner Requirement
dismissed O-1B

Culinary Arts

Sep 2010 · Company
The director denied the petition, finding the petitioner had only established one of the required evidentiary criteria to prove the benefici...
Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant National Or International Recognition Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Experts High Salary
dismissed O-1A

Education

Aug 2010 · Organization
The director denied the petition because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary had received sustained national or internat...
Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Original Scientific, Scholarly, Or Business-Related Contributions Of Major Significance
dismissed O-1A

Software Development

Aug 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary has received 'sustained national or international...
Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Critical Or Essential Employment High Salary Or Other Remuneration
dismissed O-1A

Software Development

Aug 2010 · Company
The director denied the petition because the petitioner did not establish that the beneficiary had received sustained national or internatio...
Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Employed In A Critical Or Essential Capacity High Salary Or Other Remuneration
dismissed O-1B

Film Production

Aug 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary has a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievem...
Awards (National Or International) Lead/Starring Role In Distinguished Productions National/International Recognition Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial/Critical Success Significant Recognition From Experts High Salary Consultation Letter
dismissed O-1A

Fashion Model

Aug 2010 · Organization
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to identify any specific erroneous conclusion of law or statement of fact f...
Failure To Identify Error On Appeal Failure To Submit Brief/Evidence Petitioner'S Status As Agent/Employer Beneficiary'S Work History
dismissed O-1B

Dance

Jul 2010 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, who filed the petition electronically, failed to submit the required initial evidence to th...
Failure To Submit Initial Evidence Written Advisory Opinion Itinerary Of Events Or Activities
dismissed O-1A

Physical Therapy

May 2010 · Company
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit the required initial evidence within seven business days of elect...
Failure To Submit Initial Evidence Failure To Identify Erroneous Conclusion Of Law Or Statement Of Fact
dismissed O-1A

Tennis

May 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove the beneficiary, a tennis coach, had achieved sustained national or internat...
Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien High Salary Or Other Remuneration
dismissed O-1A

Marketing

May 2010 · Company
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit the required initial evidence after filing the petition electroni...
Failure To Submit Initial Evidence Procedural Requirements For Electronic Filing Summary Dismissal Standards
dismissed O-1B

Cosmetology

Apr 2010 · Company
The appeal was rejected because it was untimely filed, submitted 76 days after the director issued the adverse decision, far exceeding the 3...
Written Advisory Opinion Prominence In The Field Of Endeavor
dismissed O-1B

Dance

Apr 2010 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed as moot. The AAO found that the beneficiary was already the recipient of an approved O-1 petition filed by another ...
Distinction In The Arts
dismissed O-2

Unknown

Mar 2010 · Organization
The petitioner's counsel submitted a letter requesting that the appeal be withdrawn. Consequently, the AAO dismissed the appeal based upon i...
dismissed O-1A

Motorsports Technology

Jan 2010 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary had achieved sustained national or international ac...
Receipt Of Major, Internationally Recognized Award Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Judging The Work Of Others Original Scientific, Scholarly, Or Business-Related Contributions Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity High Salary Or Other Remuneration Comparable Evidence
dismissed O-1B

Acting/Stunt Artist

Dec 2009 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary has a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievem...
Significant National Or International Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions National Or International Recognition Via Published Materials Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Experts Or Organizations Commanded A High Salary
dismissed O-1A

Business

Nov 2009 · Company
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide any evidence to establish the beneficiary's extraordinary abilit...
Sustained National Or International Acclaim Consultation From A Peer Group 8 C.F.R. 214.2(O)(3)(Iii) Comparable Evidence
dismissed H-1B

Education

Nov 2009 · Organization
The appeal was summarily dismissed for procedural reasons. The petitioner's counsel failed to specifically identify any erroneous conclusion...
International Cultural Exchange Program Program Accessible To The Public Sharing Of History, Culture, And Traditions Failure To Identify Erroneous Conclusion Of Law Or Statement Of Fact On Appeal
sustained O-1A

Coffee Industry

Nov 2009 · Company
The director denied the petition, concluding that the beneficiary did not meet any of the evidentiary criteria for extraordinary ability. Th...
Major Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards
dismissed O-1B

Acting

Nov 2009 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the director's findings that the submitted evidence was insufficient to e...
Significant National Or International Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions National Or International Recognition Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Experts/Critics High Salary
dismissed O-1B

Lighting And Sound Design

Nov 2009 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary met the regulatory criteria for an alien with extra...
Nominated For Or Recipient Of Significant National Or International Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions/Events With Distinguished Reputation National Or International Recognition For Achievements In Major Publications Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Organizations, Critics, Or Experts High Salary Or Other Substantial Remuneration Comparable Evidence
dismissed O-1A

Science

Oct 2009 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because it was filed after the regulatory deadline. The AAO determined the untimely filing could not be treated as ...
Timely Filing Of Appeal Requirements For A Motion To Reopen Requirements For A Motion To Reconsider
dismissed O-1A

Taekwondo

Sep 2009 · Organization
The initial petition was approved but later revoked by the director who determined the approval was a 'gross error.' The director found the ...
Receipt Of A Major Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien
dismissed O-1A

Architecture

Jun 2009 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary, a project architect, had received sustained nation...
Major Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards
dismissed O-1A

Unknown

Jun 2009 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner's counsel submitted a letter to the AAO requesting that the appeal be withdrawn. The decisio...
dismissed O-1A

Athletics (Horse Training)

May 2009 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary has sustained national or international acclaim and...
Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence
remanded O-1A

Boxing

Mar 2009 · Individual
The appeal was remanded due to a procedural error by the director. The AAO found that the director denied the petition for insufficient evid...
Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Or Major Media 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
remanded O-1B

Art

Feb 2009 · Organization
The appeal was remanded because the petitioner successfully established a claim of ineffective assistance of counsel, meeting the procedural...
Abandonment Motion To Reopen Ineffective Assistance Of Counsel
dismissed O-1B

Dance

Feb 2009 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petition was properly revoked. The director found the initial approval involved 'gross error' primarily...
Qualifying U.S. Employer Definition Of An 'Event' Extraordinary Ability In The Arts Revocation Due To Gross Error
dismissed O-1A

Business

Feb 2009 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary has achieved sustained national or international ac...
Receipt Of Major, Internationally Recognized Awards Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Scientific, Scholarly, Or Business-Related Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity Commanded A High Salary Or Other High Remuneration Submission Of Comparable Evidence
dismissed O-1B

Dance

Feb 2009 · Company
The appeal of a previously approved but subsequently revoked petition was dismissed. The director revoked the approval on the basis of 'gros...
Qualifying Employer Or Agent Definition Of 'Event' Extraordinary Ability In The Arts Revocation For Gross Error
dismissed O-1B

Dance

Feb 2009 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the AAO upheld the director's revocation of the petition's initial approval. The revocation was based on a ...
Qualifying Employer Or Agent Event Or Events Definition Gross Error
dismissed O-1B

Radio Broadcasting

Jan 2009 · Organization
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to identify any specific error of law or fact in the director's original de...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(2)(Ii)(D) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(2)(Ii)(B) 8 C.F.R. § 103.3(A)(L)(V)
dismissed O-1B

Pop Art

Nov 2008 · Company
The appeal was dismissed as moot. USCIS records indicated that the beneficiary had already adjusted their status to that of a U.S. permanent...
National Or International Acclaim
dismissed O-1A

Squash

Jul 2008 · Organization
The AAO withdrew the director's initial grounds for denial regarding the position not constituting an 'event' and not requiring an O-1 calib...
Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Material About The Alien Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles High Salary Or Other Remuneration Major, Internationally Recognized Award
dismissed O-1A

Tennis

May 2008 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possessed sustained national or international accla...
Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Requirement To Meet At Least Three Of Eight Criteria Distinction Between Area Of Expertise (Player Vs. Coach) Comparable Evidence
dismissed O-1B

Music

Mar 2008 · Organization
The motion to reopen was granted, but the AAO's previous dismissal of the appeal was affirmed. The decision was based on the petitioner's fa...
Contracts/Itinerary Awards Or Prizes Critical Reviews/Published Materials Lead/Starring/Critical Role
dismissed O-1B

Video Production

Mar 2008 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the required evidentiary criteria for the O-1...
Distinction Between 'Extraordinary Ability In The Arts' And 'Extraordinary Achievement In Motion Picture/Television' Nomination For Or Receipt Of A Significant Award Leading Or Starring Participant In Productions/Events Major Media Reviews Or Published Material High Salary Or Remuneration
dismissed O-1A

Unknown

Jan 2008 · Company
The appeal was rejected on procedural grounds because it was not filed by the petitioner or by a recognized legal representative. The indivi...
8 C.F.R. § 103.3(A) - Legal Standing To Appeal 8 C.F.R. § 292.4(A) - Proof Of Authority To Appear As Attorney
dismissed O-1A

Unknown

Jan 2008 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner's counsel requested to withdraw it. The decision was not based on the merits of the case, bu...
dismissed O-1A

Acupuncture

Dec 2007 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the case was rendered moot. Subsequent to the O-1 petition filing, a separate immigrant petition (Form I-14...
Sustained National Or International Acclaim Mootness Due To Adjustment Of Status
dismissed O-1A

Martial Arts

Nov 2007 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary's acclaimed career as a competitive athlete, which ...
Major, Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence Sustained National Or International Acclaim
dismissed O-1A

Polo

Nov 2007 · Company
The director initially denied the petition for failing to submit a required peer group consultation and for failing to establish the benefic...
Peer Group Consultation Sustained National Or International Acclaim Extraordinary Ability
dismissed O-1A

Computer Programming

Sep 2007 · Company
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to identify any specific error of law or fact in the director's decision. T...
Sustained National Or International Acclaim Classification Of Field (Arts Vs. Sciences) Failure To Identify Erroneous Conclusion Of Law Or Statement Of Fact
dismissed O-1A

Engineering

Sep 2007 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit a complete petition, specifically the required O and P Classifications Supp...
Submission Of O And P Classifications Supplement Submission Of Peer Group Advisory Opinion
dismissed O-1A

Martial Arts

Sep 2007 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner argued the beneficiary, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach, should be evaluated as an artist, which...
Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Which Require Outstanding Achievements Of Their Members Published Material In Professional Or Major Trade Publications
dismissed O-1A

Unknown

Sep 2007 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner's counsel submitted a letter requesting that the appeal be withdrawn. The decision was not b...
dismissed O-1A

Tennis

Jun 2007 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary had achieved sustained national or international ac...
Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien
dismissed O-1B

Vocal Performance

Apr 2007 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit required evidence, such as contracts and an itinerary, with the initial pet...
Contracts And Itinerary Awards Or Prizes Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role Significant Recognition For Achievements
dismissed O-1A

Unknown

Mar 2007 · Individual
The appeal was rejected because it was untimely. The petitioner filed a properly signed appeal on May 10, 2006, which was 42 days after the ...
dismissed O-1B

Music

Jan 2007 · Individual
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove the beneficiary met the standards for an alien of extraordinary ability. The...
Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant National/International Recognition (Reviews/Published Material) Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Comparable Evidence
dismissed O-1A

Synchronized Swimming

Jan 2007 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary, a synchronized swimming coach, has sustained nat...
Major Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement
dismissed O-1B

Music

Jan 2007 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the beneficiary's awards failed to demonstrate sustained acclaim, as the most recent was from 1997. Additio...
National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations With A Distinguished Reputation
dismissed O-2

Music

Jul 2006 · Individual
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary's duties were an integral part of the O-1 alien's p...
Integral Part Of The Performance Critical Skills And Experience Skills Not Of A General Nature Contingent On O-1 Alien'S Approved Status
remanded O-1A

Martial Arts

Jul 2006 · Organization
The case was remanded because the director applied the incorrect legal standard to the petition. The director used the criteria for an alien...
Extraordinary Ability In The Arts Extraordinary Ability In Athletics Extraordinary Achievement In The Motion Picture Or Television Industry
dismissed O-1A

Tennis

Jun 2006 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary, a tennis professional, has sustained national or i...
Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements
dismissed O-1A

Business

May 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the evidentiary criteria for an alien of extr...
Awards Membership Published Material About The Alien Judging Original Contributions Scholarly Articles Critical/Essential Role High Salary Comparable Evidence
dismissed O-1B

Music

May 2006 · Individual
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, an agent, failed to provide a complete itinerary and contracts with the beneficiary's emplo...
Agent Petition Requirements (Itinerary/Contract) Testimonials / Significant Recognition Published Material / Reviews
sustained O-1A

Taekwondo

Mar 2006 · Organization
The appeal was sustained because the director applied an incorrect legal standard by requiring the petitioner to establish that the proffere...
Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Which Require Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others
dismissed O-1A

Horse Training

Mar 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove the beneficiary has sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO fou...
Employed In A Critical Or Essential Capacity Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Comparable Evidence
dismissed O-1A

Engineering

Mar 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the beneficiary met at least three of the required criteria for extraord...
Published Material In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Or Major Media About The Alien Evidence Of The Alien'S Participation On A Panel, Or Individually, As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Evidence Of The Alien'S Original Scientific, Scholarly, Or Business-Related Contributions Of Major Significance In The Field
dismissed O-1A

Structural Engineering

Feb 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate the beneficiary's extraordinary ability...
Major International Award Nationally/Internationally Recognized Prizes/Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien Judging The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance
dismissed O-1A

Structural Engineering

Feb 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary met the required evidentiary criteria. The AAO foun...
Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Scientific, Scholarly, Or Business-Related Contributions Of Major Significance
dismissed H-1B

Business Management

Feb 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a start-up company, had not yet established the retail food store enterprise that would gen...
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Or Position'S Complexity Employer'S Normal Requirement Of A Degree For The Position Specialized And Complex Nature Of The Specific Duties
dismissed H-1B

Respiratory Therapy

Feb 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the beneficiary was not qualified for the position as they lacked the required state license to practice as...
State Licensure Specialty Occupation
dismissed O-1B

Art

Jan 2006 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the distinguished reputation of the venues where the beneficiary's art w...
Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation National Or International Recognition For Achievements Via Published Materials
dismissed O-1A

Software Engineering

Jan 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the beneficiary's sustained national or international acclaim. The sub...
Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Material About The Alien Original Scientific, Scholarly, Or Business-Related Contributions
dismissed O-1A

Chess

Jan 2006 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the beneficiary's extraordinary ability as a chess player or coach. The ...
Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence
dismissed O-1B

Music

Jan 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove the beneficiary met the required criteria. The evidence did not establish th...
Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations With A Distinguished Reputation Significant Recognition For Achievements From Experts Or Organizations
dismissed O-1A

Chess

Jan 2006 · Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary is an alien with extraordinary ability. The evidenc...
Major Internationally Recognized Award Prizes Or Awards
dismissed O-1B

Music

Jan 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary, a bagpiper, met the criteria for an alien of extra...
Lead Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions/Events Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Significant Recognition From Experts/Organizations
dismissed O-1A

Martial Arts

Jan 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary had sustained national or international acclaim. Th...
Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement
dismissed O-1A

Public Health Analysis

Jan 2006 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the evidence did not demonstrate the beneficiary's sustained national or international acclaim. The directo...
Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Published Material About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Or Other Major Media Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others
dismissed O-1B

Photography

Dec 2005 · Company
The appeal was summarily dismissed. The petitioner indicated they would submit a brief and/or additional evidence but failed to do so. The A...
Summary Dismissal Sustained Recognition
dismissed O-1B

Photography

Dec 2005 · Company
The appeal was summarily dismissed on procedural grounds. The petitioner failed to identify any specific erroneous conclusion of law or stat...
Failure To Identify Erroneous Conclusion Of Law Or Statement Of Fact Sustained Recognition
dismissed O-1B

Culinary Arts

Nov 2005 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary, a chef, met the required criteria for an alien of ...
National Or International Recognition For Achievements Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations With A Distinguished Reputation
dismissed O-1B

Culinary Arts

Nov 2005 · Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary, a chef, possesses extraordinary ability in the art...
Evidence That The Alien Has Achieved National Or International Recognition For Achievements Evidenced By Critical Reviews Or Other Published Materials By Or About The Individual In Major Newspapers, Trade Journals, Magazines, Or Other Publications Evidence That The Alien Has Performed, And Will Perform, In A Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations And Establishments That Have A Distinguished Reputation Evidenced By Articles In Newspapers, Trade Journals, Publications, Or Testimonials
dismissed O-1A

Unknown

Sep 2005 · Individual
The appeal was dismissed because it was filed after the 33-day deadline. The decision was issued on November 3, 2004, but the appeal was not...
Timely Filing Of Appeal

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