EB-1AFilm, music, performing artsIndividualDecided 2005Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC162005_18B2203
AwardsNot metLeading or critical roleNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Chinese Peking Opera actor filed for EB-1A extraordinary ability. Claimed three criteria; all failed because petitioner lacked contemporaneous documentation of significant awards, provided insufficient membership evidence, and showed no sustained work in field or intent to continue in United States.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Petitioner provided no official comprehensive results documenting awards or their national or international stature.
- Leading or critical role · No evidence of leading or critical role for distinguished organization or sustained national or international acclaim.
- Membership · Membership as Second-Class Performer does not show outstanding achievement or top-level status in field.
- Final merits · Petitioner failed to meet at least three criteria; no evidence of sustained national or international acclaim at top level.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Petitioner provided no official comprehensive results documenting awards or their national or international stature. |
 Leading or critical role | Not met | No evidence of leading or critical role for distinguished organization or sustained national or international acclaim. |
 Membership | Not met | Membership as Second-Class Performer does not show outstanding achievement or top-level status in field. |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner failed to meet at least three criteria; no evidence of sustained national or international acclaim at top level. |
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