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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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- O-1ASports and athleticsApr 2023Remanded
A soccer camp petitions for O-1A for a beneficiary transitioning from professional soccer player to coach. The AAO remanded because the Director improperly excluded athletic achievements in assessing extraordinary ability and erred in rejecting the gold medal as major award without requesting additional evidence on coaching eligibility.
1 of 3 criteria metRead → - EB-1AElectrical and electronic engineeringAug 2022Remanded
Engineering researcher seeks EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. Met initial three criteria requirement. Director failed to properly conduct final merits determination by not addressing substantial evidence and applying incorrect standards. AAO withdrew Director's decision and remanded for comprehensive analysis of totality.
3 of 4 criteria metRead → - EB-1AArts, design, architectureApr 2021Remanded
Remanded · 6 criteria reviewed1 of 6 criteria metRead →