EB-1AComputer science and AIEmployerDecided September 2021Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP222021_03B2203
JudgingMetLeading or critical roleMetMembershipNot metHigh salaryClaimed, not analyzedOriginal contributionsClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A computer executive employed as technical architect sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. The AAO found two criteria met but rejected membership and concluded evidence did not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim. The petitioner was progressing toward the top rather than established at the very top of the field.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Judging · Petitioner judged work of others in same or allied field
- Leading or critical role · Petitioner performed leading or critical role for distinguished organization
What was missing
- Membership · IEEE Senior Member based on substantial not outstanding achievement; membership not judged by recognized experts
- Final merits · Petitioner progressing toward top of field, not already at the small percentage at the very top
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Met | Petitioner judged work of others in same or allied field |
 Leading or critical role | Met | Petitioner performed leading or critical role for distinguished organization |
 Membership | Not met | IEEE Senior Member based on substantial not outstanding achievement; membership not judged by recognized experts |
 High salary | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in decision |
 Original contributions | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in decision |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner progressing toward top of field, not already at the small percentage at the very top |
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