EB-1AOtherIndividualDecided January 2020Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JAN282020_02B2203
JudgingNot metMembershipNot metOriginal contributionsNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Master mariner seeking EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. Claims six criteria met but satisfies none of ten regulatory criteria; lacks evidence of major significance contributions or sustained acclaim. Does not qualify for classification. Appeal dismissed.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Judging · Teaching a course does not constitute judging work of others in field
- Membership · Certificates show course completion, not membership based on outstanding achievements
- Original contributions · Operating ships lacks evidence of original contribution of major significance to maritime field
- Final merits · Does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or placement among top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Not met | Teaching a course does not constitute judging work of others in field |
 Membership | Not met | Certificates show course completion, not membership based on outstanding achievements |
 Original contributions | Not met | Operating ships lacks evidence of original contribution of major significance to maritime field |
 Final merits | Not met | Does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or placement among top of field |
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