EB-1AFinance and economicsIndividualDecided 2011Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Dec132011_03B2203
AwardsNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Accounting auditor petitioned for EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. Petitioner claimed at least two criteria. AAO affirmed director's finding that single employer award lacked national or international recognition and failed to meet plural requirement; final merits analysis showed petitioner did not achieve sustained acclaim or top-tier status in field.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Single Star Employee of the Year Award from employer; regulation requires plural awards with national or international recognition
- Final merits · Accounting auditor's achievements do not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or top percentage of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Single Star Employee of the Year Award from employer; regulation requires plural awards with national or international recognition |
 Final merits | Not met | Accounting auditor's achievements do not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or top percentage of field |
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