EB-1ALaw, policy, social scienceIndividualDecided January 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JAN142025_01B2203
AwardsNot metJudgingClaimed, not analyzedLeading or critical roleClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A humanitarian and social worker claimed extraordinary ability under three EB-1A criteria: awards, judging, and leading roles. The AAO affirmed the denial, finding the awards lacked demonstrated national or international recognition. With only two criteria claimed and one rejected, the petitioner could not meet the minimum three required criteria, so remaining criteria and final merits were not addressed.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Certificates of honor and appreciation lack demonstrated national or international recognition; recommendation letter not a competitive award.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Certificates of honor and appreciation lack demonstrated national or international recognition; recommendation letter not a competitive award. |
 Judging | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed; first prong failure precludes reaching remaining criteria. |
 Leading or critical role | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed; first prong failure precludes reaching remaining criteria. |
 Final merits | Not reached / not discussed | Did not meet minimum three evidentiary criteria; final merits step not reached. |
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