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- EB-1ASports and athletics2010Dismissed
Tennis coach seeking EB-1A classification. Counsel claimed three criteria were met. AAO found no sustained national or international acclaim as tennis competitor after 2004 and no evidence of intent to compete in United States. Appeal dismissed.
0 of 11 criteria metRead → - EB-1ASports and athletics2010Dismissed
Employer petitioned for dancer beneficiary claiming extraordinary ability as both athlete and performing artist. AAO held approval under lesser O-1 nonimmigrant standard does not establish eligibility under stricter EB-1A immigrant criteria and that beneficiary lacks sustained acclaim to qualify as extraordinary ability alien.
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