EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided November 2021Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
NOV012021_01B2203
AwardsNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A martial arts competitor and coach sought EB-1A classification. The AAO found he did not meet the initial evidence threshold of a major award or three evidentiary criteria. Awards lacked demonstrated national or international recognition, and published material related to his work as a player rather than coach. The petition was dismissed.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Awards lack national or international recognition; limited media coverage insufficient to establish significance.
- Published material · Published material about petitioner as player, not coach; no evidence of publication about coaching work.
- Final merits · Petitioner has not shown sustained national or international acclaim or position at top of field.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Awards lack national or international recognition; limited media coverage insufficient to establish significance. |
 Published material | Not met | Published material about petitioner as player, not coach; no evidence of publication about coaching work. |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner has not shown sustained national or international acclaim or position at top of field. |
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