dismissed EB-1A
Web Developer And Digital Designer
Information Technology Company · Uzbekistan · 2024-11-21
This case is from a USCIS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) appeal decision. Appeal cases represent a subset of petitions and may not reflect typical outcomes.
Framework Evaluation
0 of 3 criteria metMembership in associations that require outstanding achievements (Not Met)
The Petitioner claimed membership in the International Association of Engineers (IAENG) but failed to submit documentary evidence of this membership or demonstrate that IAENG's membership requirements (which include undergraduate students) necessitate outstanding achievements as judged by recognized national or international experts.
Why This Petition Was Denied
The appeal was dismissed because the Petitioner failed to satisfy the initial evidentiary threshold of meeting at least three of the ten criteria for extraordinary ability. Specifically, the Petitioner did not provide documentary evidence of membership in the International Association of Engineers (IAENG) or demonstrate that IAENG's membership requirements (which include undergraduate students) necessitate outstanding achievements as judged by national or international experts. The AAO reserved discussion on the other two claimed criteria (leading/critical role and high remuneration) as the failure to meet the membership criterion already meant the minimum of three criteria was not satisfied.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Professional Memberships
Leading Role
High Salary
Evidence Submitted
- Claimed membership in International Association of Engineers (IAENG)
- Claimed leading or critical role for distinguished organizations or establishments
- Claimed high remuneration for services
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A dismissed EB-1A petition means USCIS found the evidence insufficient to meet the eligibility criteria. Common reasons include weak documentation, failure to meet the required number of criteria, or insufficient evidence of the claimed qualifications. Petitioners can refile with stronger evidence or explore alternative visa categories.
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