EB-1AOtherIndividualDecided 2008Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Apr222008_03B2203
AwardsNot metJudgingNot metPublished materialNot metScholarly articlesNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A self-represented individual seeks EB-1A classification for extraordinary ability in a beauty-related field. He claimed awards, published material, judging experience, and scholarly articles. The AAO found none of the criteria met and concluded the evidence does not establish he has risen to the very top of his field.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · University student award not indicative of extraordinary ability at the very top of field
- Judging · No evidence showing petitioner's role as reviewer demonstrates sustained national or international acclaim
- Published material · Material reflects petitioner's own website content, not published articles about him in major media
- Scholarly articles · Submitted writings lack evidence of major significance in field; references did not provide supporting letters
- Final merits · Evidence does not distinguish petitioner as one of small percentage at very top of field even when considered in aggregate
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | University student award not indicative of extraordinary ability at the very top of field |
 Judging | Not met | No evidence showing petitioner's role as reviewer demonstrates sustained national or international acclaim |
 Published material | Not met | Material reflects petitioner's own website content, not published articles about him in major media |
 Scholarly articles | Not met | Submitted writings lack evidence of major significance in field; references did not provide supporting letters |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not distinguish petitioner as one of small percentage at very top of field even when considered in aggregate |
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