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AAO EB-1A decision DEC042019_01B2203

To meet the awards and original‑contributions criteria you must supply clear, documented proof that the award is nationally/internationally recognized and that you personally made a distinct, major contribution—not merely a nomination, plaque, or participation in a large collaboration. Evidence that

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID DEC042019_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

  • original_contributions

  • scholarly_articles

Criteria Accepted

  • judging

Criteria Rejected

  • awards

  • original_contributions

Core Lesson

To meet the awards and original‑contributions criteria you must supply clear, documented proof that the award is nationally/internationally recognized and that you personally made a distinct, major contribution—not merely a nomination, plaque, or participation in a large collaboration.

Evidence Issue

  • Evidence that the awards are nationally or internationally recognized and that the petitioner actually received them.

  • Specific, documented description of the petitioner’s original contributions and why they are of major significance.

  • At least three of the ten initial evidentiary criteria required for a merits determination.

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