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AAO EB-1A decision AUG052020_01B2203

When pursuing EB-1A, you must submit clear, documented salary numbers and comparative data, and provide concrete proof that your position is truly leading or critical; percentages, uncorroborated letters, or vague descriptions will not satisfy the criteria. Concrete, verifiable salary or remuneratio

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID AUG052020_01B2203 Decision date 2020-08-05 Outcome dismissed Field or occupation Not stated in the extracted decision plan. Final merits discussed No / not stated

Criteria Discussed

  • high_salary

  • judging

  • leading_critical_role

Criteria Accepted

Not stated in the extracted decision plan.

Criteria Rejected

  • high_salary

  • leading_critical_role

  • judging

Core Lesson

When pursuing EB-1A, you must submit clear, documented salary numbers and comparative data, and provide concrete proof that your position is truly leading or critical; percentages, uncorroborated letters, or vague descriptions will not satisfy the criteria.

Evidence Issue

  • Concrete, verifiable salary or remuneration figures

  • Comparative salary data to demonstrate higher-than-average earnings

  • Specific evidence showing the petitioner’s role was leading, critical, and had a demonstrable impact on the organization

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