What evidence does an EB-1 extraordinary ability petition require?

You can establish extraordinary ability with evidence of a single, major internationally recognized award (such as a Nobel Prize). Most applicants instead document at least three of the listed criteria, which include lesser nationally or internationally recognized prizes, membership in associations requiring outstanding achievement, published material about you, judging the work of others, original contributions of major significance, authorship of scholarly articles, and high remuneration.

Meeting three criteria is only the first step; USCIS then makes a final-merits assessment of whether the evidence as a whole shows sustained acclaim and that you are among the small percentage at the top of your field. Strong, well-documented evidence and expert letters tend to matter more than simply ticking boxes.