EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided 2015Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB252015_01B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A mountain climber sought EB-1A classification based on a first place award in a climbing competition and association membership. The AAO found the award lacked evidence of national or international recognition and membership was registration only, not membership requiring outstanding achievements.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · First place award in climbing competition not shown to be nationally or internationally recognized; competitiveness not demonstrated
- Membership · Registered as Senior Support Climber but not shown to be member; association membership criteria based on training, not outstanding achievements
- Final merits · Evidence does not establish sustained national or international acclaim or top tier status in mountain climbing
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | First place award in climbing competition not shown to be nationally or internationally recognized; competitiveness not demonstrated |
 Membership | Not met | Registered as Senior Support Climber but not shown to be member; association membership criteria based on training, not outstanding achievements |
 Published material | Claimed, not analyzed | Criterion not claimed on appeal |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not establish sustained national or international acclaim or top tier status in mountain climbing |
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