O-1ASports and athleticsEmployerDecided 2019Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR142019_01D8101
JudgingNot metMembershipNot metOriginal contributionsNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Rhythmic gymnastics association petitioned for O-1A visa for a coaching beneficiary. Petitioner claimed membership, judging, and original contributions criteria. AAO found the unsigned letter insufficient for membership, no evidence of actual judging participation, and vague contribution descriptions, failing to meet three required criteria.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Judging · Judge credential shown but no evidence beneficiary actually participated as judge
- Membership · Unsigned letter and no bylaws proving membership requires outstanding achievements judged by experts
- Original contributions · No evidence showing beneficiary's specific contributions of major significance to organizations
- Final merits · Failed to satisfy three of eight evidentiary criteria required for O-1A classification
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Not met | Judge credential shown but no evidence beneficiary actually participated as judge |
 Membership | Not met | Unsigned letter and no bylaws proving membership requires outstanding achievements judged by experts |
 Original contributions | Not met | No evidence showing beneficiary's specific contributions of major significance to organizations |
 Final merits | Not met | Failed to satisfy three of eight evidentiary criteria required for O-1A classification |
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