EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2005Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC272005_05B2203
AwardsNot metExhibitionsNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Bonsai artist petitioner claimed extraordinary ability under EB-1A. AAO held petitioner failed three regulatory criteria: awards lacked competition details and were not sustained; membership did not require outstanding achievement; exhibitions at significant venues not demonstrated. Appeal dismissed.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Award title alone does not establish criterion; no competition details, eligibility criteria, or number of entrants provided
- Exhibitions · Specific exhibition names and locations not identified; no significant national venue displays demonstrated
- Membership · Membership criteria based on activity, experience, or dues do not constitute outstanding achievement
- Final merits · No awards sustained after 1998; failed to meet at least three criteria; no evidence of intent to continue work in US
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Award title alone does not establish criterion; no competition details, eligibility criteria, or number of entrants provided |
 Exhibitions | Not met | Specific exhibition names and locations not identified; no significant national venue displays demonstrated |
 Membership | Not met | Membership criteria based on activity, experience, or dues do not constitute outstanding achievement |
 Final merits | Not met | No awards sustained after 1998; failed to meet at least three criteria; no evidence of intent to continue work in US |
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