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AAO EB-1A decision APR092019_01B2203

Meeting only two EB‑1A criteria, even with strong evidence, is insufficient; you must satisfy at least three criteria and each must clearly demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim. Evidence of a major, internationally recognized award; Specific, quantifiable impact of judging activit

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID APR092019_01B2203 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

  • judging

  • scholarly_articles

Criteria Rejected

  • awards

  • membership

  • original_contributions

  • published_material

Core Lesson

Meeting only two EB‑1A criteria, even with strong evidence, is insufficient; you must satisfy at least three criteria and each must clearly demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim.

Evidence Issue

  • Evidence of a major, internationally recognized award

  • Specific, quantifiable impact of judging activities showing top‑percent status

  • Detailed, specific letters demonstrating major original contributions

  • Proof of publication medium status for published material

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