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AAO EB-1A decision APR062026_02B2203

Being named on a list or selected by a publication does not satisfy the EB-1A awards criterion; the petitioner must receive a prize or award that is a major, internationally recognized award. Evidence that the list selection constitutes a major, internationally recognized award; Proof of actual part

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID APR062026_02B2203 Decision date not stated in the extraction Outcome dismissed Field or occupation Not stated in the extracted decision plan. Final merits discussed Yes

Criteria Discussed

  • awards

  • judging

  • leading_critical_role

  • membership

  • original_contributions

  • published_material

  • scholarly_articles

Criteria Accepted

Not stated in the extracted decision plan.

Criteria Rejected

  • awards

  • judging

  • membership

  • original_contributions

  • published_material

  • scholarly_articles

Core Lesson

Being named on a list or selected by a publication does not satisfy the EB-1A awards criterion; the petitioner must receive a prize or award that is a major, internationally recognized award.

Evidence Issue

  • Evidence that the list selection constitutes a major, internationally recognized award

  • Proof of actual participation in judging activities

  • Published material in recognized professional, major trade, or major media outlets

  • Documentation that membership required outstanding achievement and was evaluated by recognized experts

  • Demonstration that the petitioner’s work represents original contributions of major significance

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