EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB152023_01B2203
Published materialMetAwardsNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Sambo and judo champion sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. AAO affirmed dismissal because petitioner failed to present either a major international award or three qualifying criteria; record did not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim requisite for the classification.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Published material · Director found criterion satisfied; AAO did not disturb this determination
What was missing
- Awards · Did not receive major internationally recognized award required as initial evidence
- Membership · Claimed memberships did not establish that organizations required outstanding achievements judged by recognized experts
- Final merits · Record lacks sufficient evidence of sustained national or international acclaim or placement among very top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Published material | Met | Director found criterion satisfied; AAO did not disturb this determination |
 Awards | Not met | Did not receive major internationally recognized award required as initial evidence |
 Membership | Not met | Claimed memberships did not establish that organizations required outstanding achievements judged by recognized experts |
 Final merits | Not met | Record lacks sufficient evidence of sustained national or international acclaim or placement among very top of field |
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