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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-1ACivil and environmental engineeringMay 2025Dismissed
Environmental engineer claimed six criteria for extraordinary ability. AAO affirmed judging and scholarly articles criteria but rejected membership, published material, and original contributions. No evidence of sustained national or international acclaim or top-tier status required for EB-1A classification.
2 of 7 criteria metRead → - EB-1ACivil and environmental engineeringMay 2025Dismissed
A civil engineer self-petitioned for EB-1A extraordinary ability claiming five criteria. The AAO affirmed that only two criteria were met and dismissed because petitioner failed to demonstrate the extraordinary ability standard requiring sustained national or international acclaim at the very top of the field.
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