EB-1AElectrical and electronic engineeringIndividualDecided April 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR292025_03B2203
Leading or critical roleNot metMembershipNot metOriginal contributionsNot met
Our summary
A chemical engineer in nondestructive testing sought EB-1A classification. On motion to reconsider, he disputed the dismissal of his appeal without presenting new evidence or facts. The AAO found he failed to establish three required criteria and upheld the dismissal.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Leading or critical role · No evidence of leading or critical role in distinguished organization
- Membership · Petitioner held certification from technical society, not membership requiring outstanding achievements judged by national experts
- Original contributions · Lacked independent evidence that claimed NDT methodologies had broad recognition and use demonstrating major significance
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Leading or critical role | Not met | No evidence of leading or critical role in distinguished organization |
 Membership | Not met | Petitioner held certification from technical society, not membership requiring outstanding achievements judged by national experts |
 Original contributions | Not met | Lacked independent evidence that claimed NDT methodologies had broad recognition and use demonstrating major significance |
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