EB-1ASports and athleticsEmployerDecided 2010Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Dec172010_01B2203
Final meritsNot met
Our summary
Employer petitioned for dancer beneficiary claiming extraordinary ability as both athlete and performing artist. AAO held approval under lesser O-1 nonimmigrant standard does not establish eligibility under stricter EB-1A immigrant criteria and that beneficiary lacks sustained acclaim to qualify as extraordinary ability alien.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Final merits · Petitioner shows talent as dancer but achievements do not distinguish him significantly above almost all others in field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner shows talent as dancer but achievements do not distinguish him significantly above almost all others in field |
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