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EB-1A · Final merits
final merits determination (degree of expertise significantly above that ordinarily encountered)
Why AAO was not persuaded
Although AAO stated a final merits determination was unnecessary given the failure to meet three criteria, it nevertheless reviewed the record in the aggregate and concluded the Petitioner did not demonstrate exceptional ability above that ordinarily encountered in the field.
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Although AAO stated a final merits determination was unnecessary given the failure to meet three criteria, it nevertheless reviewed the record in the aggregate and concluded the Petitioner did not demonstrate exceptional ability above that ordinarily encountered in the field.
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membership in professional associations (8 C.F.R. § 204.5(k)(3)(ii)(E))
Why AAO was not persuaded
Because the Petitioner has not shown his occupation requires a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent, neither the Federal Council of Industrial Technicians registration nor the labor union membership qualifies as a 'professional association' under 8 C.F.R. § 204.5(k)(2).
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Because the Petitioner has not shown his occupation requires a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent, neither the Federal Council of Industrial Technicians registration nor the labor union membership qualifies as a 'professional association' under 8 C.F.R. § 204.5(k)(2).
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advanced degree or equivalent (bachelor's + 5 years progressive experience)
Why AAO was not persuaded
AAO agreed that the Petitioner's employment letters do not establish progressive experience in financial management, noting inconsistencies in employer name and that the letters show the same position held for ten years without describing progression. New evidence on motion did not cure these deficiencies.
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AAO agreed that the Petitioner's employment letters do not establish progressive experience in financial management, noting inconsistencies in employer name and that the letters show the same position held for ten years without describing progression. New evidence on motion did not cure these deficiencies.
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AAO held that because photography is not a 'profession' as defined by section 101(a)(32) and is not in the DOL list of occupations customarily requiring a bachelor's degree, the Professional Photographers of America is not a 'professional association' for purposes of the regulation.
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AAO held that because photography is not a 'profession' as defined by section 101(a)(32) and is not in the DOL list of occupations customarily requiring a bachelor's degree, the Professional Photographers of America is not a 'professional association' for purposes of the regulation.
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recognition for achievements and significant contributions (8 C.F.R. § 204.5(k)(3)(ii)(F))
Why AAO was not persuaded
The reference letters describe the Petitioner as a competent and dedicated employee but do not show recognition or contributions beyond his employer. The journal articles, media quote, employer acknowledgment, and merit raise likewise do not demonstrate impact or recognition in the broader industry or field.
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The reference letters describe the Petitioner as a competent and dedicated employee but do not show recognition or contributions beyond his employer. The journal articles, media quote, employer acknowledgment, and merit raise likewise do not demonstrate impact or recognition in the broader industry or field.
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official academic record (8 C.F.R. § 204.5(k)(3)(ii)(A))
Why AAO was not persuaded
The IT vocational diploma is unrelated to the oil and gas field and is comparable only to a U.S. high school diploma. The employer's internal professional training courses are not from a qualifying academic institution under the regulation.
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The IT vocational diploma is unrelated to the oil and gas field and is comparable only to a U.S. high school diploma. The employer's internal professional training courses are not from a qualifying academic institution under the regulation.
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