EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided December 2010Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Dec172010_02B2203
Leading or critical roleNot metAwardsClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Self-petitioner seeks EB-1A as synchronized swimmer. Lacks sustained acclaim post-2003 and clear evidence of continuing in area of extraordinary ability. AAO found achievements not significantly above others in field and no credible intent to continue work in expertise area in United States.
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
- Leading or critical role · No evidence of leading or critical role since 2003 in competitive swimming
- Final merits · Achievements from 1980s-2003 do not demonstrate sustained acclaim; no evidence for future work area
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Leading or critical role | Not met | No evidence of leading or critical role since 2003 in competitive swimming |
 Awards | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in detail; discussed generally |
 Final merits | Not met | Achievements from 1980s-2003 do not demonstrate sustained acclaim; no evidence for future work area |
A published decision describes one case. It is not legal advice and not a prediction for yours.