EB-1AFilm, music, performing artsIndividualDecided 2009Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Aug262009_03B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Filmmaker in Nepal seeking EB-1A extraordinary ability. Claimed awards, association memberships, and published material. AAO found awards and memberships did not meet regulatory criteria; published material insufficient. Overall evidence fails to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim placing petitioner at very top of field.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Evidence insufficient to establish nationally or internationally recognized prizes for excellence in field
- Membership · Honorary membership criterion requires outstanding contribution; evidence lacking to show essential condition met
- Published material · Published material must be primarily about petitioner and appear in professional or major publications
- Final merits · No major award or three criteria met; evidence does not establish sustained acclaim at very top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Evidence insufficient to establish nationally or internationally recognized prizes for excellence in field |
 Membership | Not met | Honorary membership criterion requires outstanding contribution; evidence lacking to show essential condition met |
 Published material | Not met | Published material must be primarily about petitioner and appear in professional or major publications |
 Final merits | Not met | No major award or three criteria met; evidence does not establish sustained acclaim at very top of field |
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