O-1ASports and athleticsEmployerDecided 2016Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR132016_01D8101
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Tennis academy sought O-1A classification for beneficiary tennis coach. AAO found beneficiary lacked major international award and failed to satisfy three of eight evidentiary criteria, particularly regarding awards under comparable evidence standard and membership in qualifying associations.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Petitioner did not establish students won nationally or internationally recognized awards under beneficiary's primary tutelage
- Membership · Beneficiary held certifications and memberships but not in associations requiring outstanding achievements as judged by recognized experts
- Final merits · Beneficiary failed to meet major internationally recognized award requirement or at least three of eight evidentiary criteria
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Petitioner did not establish students won nationally or internationally recognized awards under beneficiary's primary tutelage |
 Membership | Not met | Beneficiary held certifications and memberships but not in associations requiring outstanding achievements as judged by recognized experts |
 Final merits | Not met | Beneficiary failed to meet major internationally recognized award requirement or at least three of eight evidentiary criteria |
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