EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided March 2021Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR042021_01B2203
JudgingMetAwardsNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Martial arts athlete and instructor claimed three criteria for EB-1A extraordinary ability. AAO found one criterion met but dismissed appeal because petitioner failed to establish three required criteria and lacked sustained national or international acclaim.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Judging · Director found petitioner met criterion relating to judging work of others; finding not disturbed
What was missing
- Awards · Awards lacked documentation of national or international recognition; major media coverage not established
- Membership · Association membership requirements unclear; evidence insufficient to establish outstanding achievement requirements by recognized experts
- Final merits · Petitioner failed to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim required for top-tier extraordinary ability
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Met | Director found petitioner met criterion relating to judging work of others; finding not disturbed |
 Awards | Not met | Awards lacked documentation of national or international recognition; major media coverage not established |
 Membership | Not met | Association membership requirements unclear; evidence insufficient to establish outstanding achievement requirements by recognized experts |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner failed to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim required for top-tier extraordinary ability |
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