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AAO EB-1A decision AUG192019_02B2203

When pursuing EB‑1A classification, ensure awards are demonstrably nationally or internationally recognized, salary evidence includes appropriate peer‑group comparisons, and published material highlights the beneficiary’s individual contributions. Evidence that the Innovation award meets the regulat

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID AUG192019_02B2203 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

  • high_salary

  • leading_critical_role

  • published_material

Criteria Accepted

  • leading_critical_role

Criteria Rejected

  • awards

  • high_salary

  • published_material

Core Lesson

When pursuing EB‑1A classification, ensure awards are demonstrably nationally or internationally recognized, salary evidence includes appropriate peer‑group comparisons, and published material highlights the beneficiary’s individual contributions.

Evidence Issue

  • Evidence that the Innovation award meets the regulatory definition of a nationally/internationally recognized award.

  • Comparative salary data for positions comparable to the beneficiary's director role.

  • Publications that directly discuss the beneficiary's own achievements rather than the employer.

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