EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided 2015Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB272015_01B2203
AwardsNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A table tennis player and coach sought EB-1A classification. The AAO held she failed to meet initial evidence requirements, satisfying neither a one-time achievement nor three of ten criteria. She did not demonstrate qualifying awards as player or coach, and aggregate evidence did not support the expertise level required.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Petitioner failed to demonstrate awards or prizes were nationally or internationally recognized
- Final merits · Petitioner failed to satisfy at least three criteria and did not demonstrate extraordinary ability or top-level status
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Petitioner failed to demonstrate awards or prizes were nationally or internationally recognized |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner failed to satisfy at least three criteria and did not demonstrate extraordinary ability or top-level status |
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