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AAO EB-1A decision APR222026_01B2203: sports (coach) and procedural dismissals in eb-1a appeals

Even if a petition meets the awards and published‑material criteria, a denial will follow unless at least three EB‑1A criteria are satisfied with concrete, criterion‑specific evidence. Specific examples showing originality and major significance in recommendation letters.; Evidence that athletic ski

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID APR222026_01B2203 Decision date not stated in the extraction Outcome dismissed Field or occupation sports (coach) Final merits discussed Yes

Criteria Discussed

  • artistic_display

  • awards

  • high_salary

  • leading_critical_role

  • membership

  • original_contributions

  • published_material

Criteria Accepted

  • awards

  • published_material

Criteria Rejected

  • artistic_display

  • high_salary

  • leading_critical_role

  • original_contributions

Core Lesson

Even if a petition meets the awards and published‑material criteria, a denial will follow unless at least three EB‑1A criteria are satisfied with concrete, criterion‑specific evidence.

Evidence Issue

  • Specific examples showing originality and major significance in recommendation letters.

  • Evidence that athletic skills were displayed in an artistic context.

  • Concrete documentation of a high salary comparable to others in the field.

  • Proof of a leading or critical role in a distinguished organization.

  • Clear, verifiable evidence of membership in a recognized association.

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