EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided March 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR192025_02B2203
AwardsNot metLeading or critical roleNot metMembershipNot metOriginal contributionsClaimed, not analyzedPublished materialClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
An executive in architectural project design claimed extraordinary ability based on six criteria including awards, membership, publications, and original contributions. The AAO found the petitioner did not receive personal awards, lacked qualifying association membership, and failed to show sustained national or international acclaim or standing among the top in the field.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Petitioner did not establish he was the individual recipient of awards; awards were granted to organizations.
- Leading or critical role · Director's conclusion withdrawn on appeal; does not establish sustained national or international acclaim.
- Membership · AIA membership does not require outstanding achievements; based on education, experience, or fee payment only.
- Final merits · Record does not demonstrate petitioner has garnered national or international acclaim or risen to top of field.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Petitioner did not establish he was the individual recipient of awards; awards were granted to organizations. |
 Leading or critical role | Not met | Director's conclusion withdrawn on appeal; does not establish sustained national or international acclaim. |
 Membership | Not met | AIA membership does not require outstanding achievements; based on education, experience, or fee payment only. |
 Original contributions | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in decision. |
 Published material | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in decision. |
 Final merits | Not met | Record does not demonstrate petitioner has garnered national or international acclaim or risen to top of field. |
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