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AAO EB-1A decision AUG242015_01B2203

Even if you meet one EB‑1A criterion (e.g., awards), you must provide concrete, detailed evidence for each additional criterion—especially duties, hierarchy, and circulation data—otherwise the petition will be denied. Detailed description of judging duties and evidence that the role involved evaluat

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID AUG242015_01B2203 Decision date not stated in the extraction Outcome dismissed Field or occupation Not stated in the extracted decision plan. Final merits discussed No / not stated

Criteria Discussed

  • awards

  • judging

  • leading_critical_role

  • published_material

Criteria Accepted

  • awards

Criteria Rejected

  • judging

  • leading_critical_role

  • published_material

Core Lesson

Even if you meet one EB‑1A criterion (e.g., awards), you must provide concrete, detailed evidence for each additional criterion—especially duties, hierarchy, and circulation data—otherwise the petition will be denied.

Evidence Issue

  • Detailed description of judging duties and evidence that the role involved evaluating others' skills.

  • Circulation data or other proof of reach for published material about the petitioner.

  • Specific duties, hierarchy information, or organizational chart showing the petitioner performed a leading or critical role.

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