EB-1AComputer science and AIIndividualDecided April 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR152026_01B2203
JudgingMetLeading or critical roleMetScholarly articlesMetFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A digital transformation architect satisfied three initial criteria but failed the final merits test. AAO found his Salesforce certification, recent judging, publications, and employment did not demonstrate sustained acclaim or placement among the very top of the field required for extraordinary ability.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
What the AAO accepted
- Judging · Service center found criterion satisfied; AAO affirmed on appeal.
- Leading or critical role · Service center found criterion satisfied; AAO affirmed on appeal.
- Scholarly articles · AAO found criterion satisfied on appeal, reaching third criterion threshold.
What was missing
- Final merits · Salesforce CTA and recent achievements lack sustained national or international acclaim at top echelon level.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Met | Service center found criterion satisfied; AAO affirmed on appeal. |
 Leading or critical role | Met | Service center found criterion satisfied; AAO affirmed on appeal. |
 Scholarly articles | Met | AAO found criterion satisfied on appeal, reaching third criterion threshold. |
 Final merits | Not met | Salesforce CTA and recent achievements lack sustained national or international acclaim at top echelon level. |
A published decision describes one case. It is not legal advice and not a prediction for yours.