Date of Decision: March 10, 2020
Service Center: Nebraska Service Center
Form Type: Form I-140
Case Type: EB1 Extraordinary Ability
Petitioner Information
Profession: Greco-Roman Wrestler and Wrestling Coach
Field: Athletics (Greco-Roman Wrestling)
Nationality: [Nationality not specified]
Summary of Decision
Initial Decision: Denied
Appeal Outcome: Denied
Evidentiary Criteria Analysis
Criteria Met:
None of the criteria were met according to the decision.
Criteria Not Met:
Lesser nationally or internationally recognized prizes or awards for excellence in the field: The petitioner submitted various certificates for athletic competitions, but the evidence did not establish that these were nationally or internationally recognized awards for excellence in Greco-Roman wrestling.
Membership in associations that require outstanding achievements: The petitioner did not provide sufficient evidence of membership in associations that require outstanding achievements judged by national or international experts.
Published material about the petitioner: The petitioner provided an article published after the petition was filed, which cannot be considered for eligibility under this criterion.
Original contributions of major significance: The petitioner submitted letters praising his coaching skills, but these did not demonstrate that his contributions were original and of major significance in the field.
Key Points from the Decision
Awards and Prizes Won:
The petitioner provided certificates for various competitions, but failed to demonstrate these were recognized as awards for excellence at a national or international level.
Published Materials About the Petitioner:
Only one article was provided, published after the petition filing date, thus not meeting the criterion for published material about the petitioner at the time of filing.
Original Contributions of Major Significance:
Letters of support praised the petitioner’s coaching skills but did not provide specific examples of original contributions with major significance in the field.
Participation as a Judge:
No evidence was provided to support this criterion.
Membership in Associations:
The petitioner’s claimed membership in prestigious associations was not sufficiently supported by evidence.
Authorship of Scholarly Articles:
No evidence was provided for this criterion.
Leading or Critical Role Performed:
No evidence was provided for this criterion.
Artistic Exhibitions or Showcases:
Not applicable.
Evidence of High Salary or Remuneration:
No evidence was provided for this criterion.
Commercial Successes in the Performing Arts:
Not applicable.
Supporting Documentation
The petitioner provided various certificates of athletic competitions and letters of support from coaches and athletes. However, these documents did not meet the required criteria for the EB1 classification.
Conclusion
Final Determination: The appeal was dismissed.
Reasoning: The petitioner did not meet any of the required evidentiary criteria. The documentation provided did not demonstrate national or international recognition, original contributions of major significance, or other necessary achievements as outlined in the regulatory criteria.
Next Steps:
Consider gathering more comprehensive evidence that directly addresses the criteria for the EB1 extraordinary ability classification.
Seek legal advice to better understand and fulfill the evidentiary requirements for future petitions.
