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AAO EB-1A decision DEC012025_01B2203

Generic letters and vague self‑descriptions are insufficient; you must provide detailed, quantifiable evidence of major significance and a clearly documented leadership position to satisfy EB‑1A criteria. Specific, documented evidence that the petitioner’s original contributions have major significa

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID DEC012025_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

  • original_contributions

  • published_material

Criteria Accepted

Not stated in the extracted decision plan.

Criteria Rejected

  • awards

  • judging

  • leading_critical_role

  • original_contributions

  • published_material

Core Lesson

Generic letters and vague self‑descriptions are insufficient; you must provide detailed, quantifiable evidence of major significance and a clearly documented leadership position to satisfy EB‑1A criteria.

Evidence Issue

  • Specific, documented evidence that the petitioner’s original contributions have major significance in the field.

  • Concrete proof of a leading or critical role, including hierarchy, scope of responsibility, and impact relative to peers.

  • Satisfaction of at least three of the ten EB‑1A regulatory criteria.

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