EB-1AFilm, music, performing artsIndividualDecided 2017Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
AUG112017_01B2203
AwardsNot metCommercial successNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialNot metExhibitionsClaimed, not analyzedHigh salaryClaimed, not analyzedLeading or critical roleClaimed, not analyzedOriginal contributionsClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A pop singer sought extraordinary ability classification, claiming a major award and eight regulatory criteria. The appeals office found no qualifying one-time achievement and fewer than three criteria satisfied, citing missing evidence of recognition, membership requirements, media details and sales receipts. The appeal was dismissed, with the aggregate record also falling short.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Certificates and diplomas were not shown to be nationally or internationally recognized, such as through major media coverage.
- Commercial success · No box office receipts or music sales were provided; samples of music and performances do not suffice.
- Membership · No bylaws or proof that membership requires outstanding achievements judged by recognized experts.
- Published material · Material lacked required details like date and author, and publications were not shown to be major media.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Certificates and diplomas were not shown to be nationally or internationally recognized, such as through major media coverage. |
 Commercial success | Not met | No box office receipts or music sales were provided; samples of music and performances do not suffice. |
 Membership | Not met | No bylaws or proof that membership requires outstanding achievements judged by recognized experts. |
 Published material | Not met | Material lacked required details like date and author, and publications were not shown to be major media. |
 Exhibitions | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in the available text of the decision. |
 High salary | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in the available text of the decision. |
 Leading or critical role | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in the available text of the decision. |
 Original contributions | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in the available text of the decision. |
 Final merits | Not reached / not discussed | Formal merits analysis unnecessary, but aggregate review did not show the required level of expertise. |
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