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- O-1ASports and athleticsFeb 2024Remanded
Remanded · 9 criteria reviewed0 of 9 criteria metRead → - O-1ASports and athleticsMar 2021Dismissed
Endurance horse rider and trainer seeks O-1A extension. Petitioner claimed three criteria: awards, membership, and published materials. AAO affirmed membership was met but found awards lacked sufficient corroboration of national or international recognition. Petitioner failed to satisfy the required three of eight alternative criteria for extraordinary ability.
1 of 5 criteria metRead → - O-1ASports and athletics2016Dismissed
A fencing club petitioned for a fencing coach's O-1A classification. The beneficiary claimed extraordinary ability based on competitive fencing awards, coaching accomplishments, and refereeing experience. The AAO found only the judging criterion met; awards predated his coaching career and student achievements did not satisfy his own recognition requirement. Appeal dismissed.
1 of 9 criteria metRead →