EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided March 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR022023_01B2203
Leading or critical roleNot metMembershipNot metAwardsClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A mixed martial arts athlete sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. The petitioner claimed membership and leading role criteria, submitting Ukrainian Ministry letters. The AAO affirmed the denial, finding conclusory assertions without sufficient evidence of expert judgment of outstanding achievements or specific contributions rising to major significance.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Leading or critical role · Letter confirms leading athlete status but contains bare assertions and vague claims without specific examples of contributions at major significance level.
- Membership · Master of Sports title claimed but insufficient evidence of national or international expert judgment of outstanding achievements as eligibility condition.
- Final merits · Petition denied; petitioner did not meet initial evidence requirements of major award or three of ten criteria.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Leading or critical role | Not met | Letter confirms leading athlete status but contains bare assertions and vague claims without specific examples of contributions at major significance level. |
 Membership | Not met | Master of Sports title claimed but insufficient evidence of national or international expert judgment of outstanding achievements as eligibility condition. |
 Awards | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in decision. |
 Final merits | Not met | Petition denied; petitioner did not meet initial evidence requirements of major award or three of ten criteria. |
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