EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided June 2021Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN232021_01B2203
AwardsMetMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
An athlete competing since 2003 in national and international events including world championships sought EB-1A classification. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding a single 2006 national championship title and participation in world championships did not demonstrate the sustained acclaim and top-tier field status required for extraordinary ability.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Awards · National championship title in 2006 with corroborating evidence established receipt of nationally recognized prize
What was missing
- Membership · National team participation letter alone does not establish outstanding achievement requirement or that membership requires exceptional standards
- Final merits · Single national championship and participation in world championships insufficient for sustained national or international acclaim at top level
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Met | National championship title in 2006 with corroborating evidence established receipt of nationally recognized prize |
 Membership | Not met | National team participation letter alone does not establish outstanding achievement requirement or that membership requires exceptional standards |
 Final merits | Not met | Single national championship and participation in world championships insufficient for sustained national or international acclaim at top level |
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