EB-1ABusiness and managementIndividualDecided 2010Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Aug132010_02B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A business person sought EB-1A classification submitting evidence of awards, Rotary Club membership, and publication contributions. The AAO rejected each criterion: missing documentation, undemonstrated membership requirements, and unqualifying publication evidence. Final merits assessment found insufficient sustained acclaim.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Petitioner did not submit qualifying evidence in response to director's request.
- Membership · Rotary Club membership bylaws not submitted; membership requirements not demonstrated. Performing Arts Centre required only donation.
- Published material · Evidence asserted as contributor to publications does not qualify under regulation.
- Final merits · Earlier business recognition insufficient; achievements do not significantly exceed others.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Petitioner did not submit qualifying evidence in response to director's request. |
 Membership | Not met | Rotary Club membership bylaws not submitted; membership requirements not demonstrated. Performing Arts Centre required only donation. |
 Published material | Not met | Evidence asserted as contributor to publications does not qualify under regulation. |
 Final merits | Not met | Earlier business recognition insufficient; achievements do not significantly exceed others. |
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