O-1ASports and athleticsAgentDecided 2014Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC292014_04D8101
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
An equestrian rider sought O-1A extraordinary ability classification. The petitioner submitted ribbons and claimed membership but failed to establish three evidentiary criteria. The AAO found the evidence does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim 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.
No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Thirty-five ribbons submitted lack documentary evidence of national or international recognition
- Membership · Organization membership does not require outstanding achievement as essential condition
- Final merits · Evidence does not establish sustained national or international acclaim or position at very top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Thirty-five ribbons submitted lack documentary evidence of national or international recognition |
 Membership | Not met | Organization membership does not require outstanding achievement as essential condition |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not establish sustained national or international acclaim or position at very top of field |
A published decision describes one case. It is not legal advice and not a prediction for yours.