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Published AAO appeal decisions
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2005-2026
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Aug 31, 2026
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- EB-1AMarketing, media, communicationsJul 2025Dismissed
Content developer and influencer from Brazil sought extraordinary ability classification. Claimed six criteria. Decision found only one criterion met and withdrew SCOPS finding on exhibitions. Appeal dismissed because petitioner failed to satisfy three required criteria.
1 of 8 criteria metRead → - EB-1AMarketing, media, communicationsApr 2025Dismissed
Marketing and communications strategist seeking EB-1A for extraordinary ability. Claimed published material, scholarly articles, and exhibitions criteria. AAO found all three criteria unmet: publications lacked proper documentation and publication venue verification; scholarly articles insufficient under professional publication requirement; panel participation did not constitute artistic display.
0 of 4 criteria metRead → - EB-1AMarketing, media, communicationsApr 2025Dismissed
Sports journalist claimed three EB-1A criteria. AAO found broadcast journalism evidence comparable to artistic exhibitions criterion. Leading role claim failed because award lacked national or international recognition. Only two criteria met; three required, so appeal dismissed without final merits determination.
1 of 5 criteria metRead →