EB-1AFilm, music, performing artsIndividualDecided 2019Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR222019_01B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Singer self-petitioner claimed extraordinary ability in performing arts. AAO found petitioner did not meet any three required initial criteria: awards lacked verifiable national or international recognition, association membership did not require outstanding achievements, and published material in Albanian outlets did not demonstrate substantial recognition.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Award certificates lack verifiable evidence demonstrating they are nationally or internationally recognized for excellence in singing.
- Membership · Association membership does not establish requirement for outstanding achievements of members as judged by recognized experts.
- Published material · Published material in Albanian newspapers and magazines does not meet criterion requirements for substantial national or international recognition.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Award certificates lack verifiable evidence demonstrating they are nationally or internationally recognized for excellence in singing. |
 Membership | Not met | Association membership does not establish requirement for outstanding achievements of members as judged by recognized experts. |
 Published material | Not met | Published material in Albanian newspapers and magazines does not meet criterion requirements for substantial national or international recognition. |
 Final merits | Not reached / not discussed | Petitioner failed to meet three initial criteria threshold; final merits determination not reached. |
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