EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided 2017Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB222017_01B2203
JudgingMetAwardsNot metLeading or critical roleNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialNot met
Our summary
Kickboxer sought EB-1A extraordinary ability in athletics. Petitioner claimed five criteria on appeal. AAO found only judging criterion satisfied. Without meeting at least three criteria, petitioner failed initial evidence requirement. Appeal dismissed.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Judging · Petitioner served as judge at recognized kickboxing competitions and events
What was missing
- Awards · Petitioner did not demonstrate awards were nationally or internationally recognized for excellence
- Leading or critical role · Petitioner did not establish how role as competitor demonstrated leading or critical role for distinguished organizations
- Membership · Membership based on professional status as kickboxer, not outstanding achievements judged by recognized experts
- Published material · Articles not from major media or major trade publications and some articles not about petitioner
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Met | Petitioner served as judge at recognized kickboxing competitions and events |
 Awards | Not met | Petitioner did not demonstrate awards were nationally or internationally recognized for excellence |
 Leading or critical role | Not met | Petitioner did not establish how role as competitor demonstrated leading or critical role for distinguished organizations |
 Membership | Not met | Membership based on professional status as kickboxer, not outstanding achievements judged by recognized experts |
 Published material | Not met | Articles not from major media or major trade publications and some articles not about petitioner |
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