EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided 2017Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JAN252017_01B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Polo horse trainer sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification in athletics. Director found failure to meet initial evidence requirements. Petitioner appealed arguing comparable evidence for awards and membership criteria, but AAO found he did not meet plain language requirements nor demonstrated comparable evidence. AAO affirmed dismissal.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Horses trained won awards but petitioner not directly recipient; comparable evidence insufficient
- Membership · Employment by polo team not comparable to association membership requiring outstanding achievement
- Final merits · Record does not support expertise level required for classification
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Horses trained won awards but petitioner not directly recipient; comparable evidence insufficient |
 Membership | Not met | Employment by polo team not comparable to association membership requiring outstanding achievement |
 Final merits | Not met | Record does not support expertise level required for classification |
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