EB-1ACivil and environmental engineeringIndividualDecided 2019Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
AUG072019_04B2203
High salaryMetLeading or critical roleMetMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Strategic port planner with 25 years maritime experience seeks EB-1A extraordinary ability. Met leading role and high salary criteria but failed membership requirement. Dismissed because only two of three required criteria satisfied; final merits determination not conducted.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- High salary · Employment offer of 249,840 dollars and consulting income documented petitioner's high salary.
- Leading or critical role · Petitioner established leading or critical role in strategic port planning through 25 years of experience and company leadership.
What was missing
- Membership · Membership in PIANC and board position did not demonstrate that membership requires outstanding achievements as judged by recognized experts.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 High salary | Met | Employment offer of 249,840 dollars and consulting income documented petitioner's high salary. |
 Leading or critical role | Met | Petitioner established leading or critical role in strategic port planning through 25 years of experience and company leadership. |
 Membership | Not met | Membership in PIANC and board position did not demonstrate that membership requires outstanding achievements as judged by recognized experts. |
 Final merits | Not reached / not discussed | Only two criteria met; three required, so final merits determination not reached. |
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