EB-1AMechanical and aerospace engineeringIndividualDecided 2012Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Feb232012_02B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Petroleum engineer claiming extraordinary ability as deepwater well specialist. Petitioner claimed awards and association membership. AAO found internal company recognition insufficient and membership requirement not met. Final merits determination found achievements did not demonstrate sustained acclaim at top of field.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Internal company recognition does not constitute nationally or internationally recognized award
- Membership · Membership requirements did not demonstrate outstanding achievement as essential condition
- Final merits · Evidence does not demonstrate achievements set significantly above almost all others in field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Internal company recognition does not constitute nationally or internationally recognized award |
 Membership | Not met | Membership requirements did not demonstrate outstanding achievement as essential condition |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not demonstrate achievements set significantly above almost all others in field |
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