EB-1AComputer science and AIEmployerDecided June 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN252026_02B2203
JudgingMetHigh salaryNot metLeading or critical roleNot metOriginal contributionsClaimed, not analyzed
Our summary
Systems development manager in Brazil sought EB-1A extraordinary ability. Claimed four criteria; AAO found only judging criterion met, fewer than three required. Appeal dismissed; petitioner failed to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or top-tier field status.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
What the AAO accepted
- Judging · USCIS determined criterion satisfied; AAO did not disturb this finding.
What was missing
- High salary · Tax returns included non-employment income; sole-source employment income not established relative to field comparators.
- Leading or critical role · Petitioner held leading or critical role but organization lacked distinguished reputation; recognition insufficient to establish prestige.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Met | USCIS determined criterion satisfied; AAO did not disturb this finding. |
 High salary | Not met | Tax returns included non-employment income; sole-source employment income not established relative to field comparators. |
 Leading or critical role | Not met | Petitioner held leading or critical role but organization lacked distinguished reputation; recognition insufficient to establish prestige. |
 Original contributions | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not pursued on appeal; deemed waived by lack of brief argument. |
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