All Cases

32 cases · 0 approved / sustained · 31 denied / dismissed · 1 remanded

Athlete

Sports · Uzbekistan

USCIS EB-2 (NIW) rfe dismissed
New York 2025-04-02
The petitioner proposes to operate as an MMA athlete and trainer through his company in New York. He intends to compete in national championships, provide master classes to advance U.S. athletes' careers, and host MMA championships to promote the sport and improve public health.
USCIS EB-2 (NIW) rfe dismissed
2025-03-25
The Petitioner proposed to work as a chief executive officer within the sports management industry.

Coach

Sports · Uzbekistan

USCIS EB-2 (NIW) remanded
2025-03-18
The petitioner proposes to continue working in the karate field as an athlete, trainer, and mentor in the United States.

Others

Sports

USCIS EB-2 (NIW) rfe dismissed
2025-02-20
The petitioner's proposed endeavor involves soccer training, which is argued to provide economic and public health benefits. The petitioner claims innovative methodologies may impact the field of soccer training.

Teacher

Sports

USCIS EB-2 (NIW) rfe dismissed
2025-01-08
The petitioner proposes to establish and work as an instructor at the first degree-granting martial arts college in the United States, focusing on traditional Chinese martial arts and culture. This endeavor aims to contribute to the development of a successful society through education.
USCIS EB-2 (NIW) rfe dismissed
2025-01-03
The petitioner proposes to instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities for the primary purpose of personal fitness. This involves addressing physical health, promoting mental and emotional balance, and designing personalized exercise programs and group classes for special populations.

Coach

Sports

USCIS EB-2 (NIW) dismissed
2024-12-20
The petitioner proposes developing a water polo club, with claimed broader implications and positive economic effects for the community.

Entrepreneur

Sports

USCIS EB-2 (NIW) dismissed
2024-12-11
The petitioner proposes to grow his fitness brand and expand his business, focusing on providing exercise training plans and individualized fitness programs, particularly for clients over 40 years of age, through online platforms, training modules, and speaking engagements.
USCIS EB-2 (NIW) dismissed
2024-12-06
The Petitioner intends to serve as the chief executive officer of his company, with the goal of elevating the performance of athletes and coaches to foster the advancement in sports. The company plans to establish performance pathways for athletes and coaches, offering services like performance enhancement programs, research and development, sports problem-solving, sport program development, and community engagement. It will provide cutting-edge training methods, injury prevention, and nutritional guidance to athletes, and develop employee wellness programs for corporate clients.

Others

Sports

USCIS EB-2 (NIW) rfe dismissed
2024-11-27
The petitioner proposes to perform as a Sports and Exercise Physiologist, providing specialized services in Health Promotion and Rehabilitation and Sports and Strength Training. This includes innovating the field of exercise physiology through scientific preparation of physical conditioning and rehabilitation programs, accurate diagnosis of client needs, and assistance to individuals with special conditions, as well as providing training on preventing and treating chronic diseases through advanced training methodologies. The petitioner will design and implement exercise programs, apply stress tests and other evaluation tools, and develop individualized exercise prescriptions, also working with amateur and professional athletes.