EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2005Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
DEC272005_17B2203
AwardsNot metExhibitionsNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Bonsai artist self-petitioner claimed extraordinary ability under EB-1A, filing in 2005. AAO found awards lack context and competition documentation, no prestigious exhibition record, and no sustained acclaim after 1998. Also failed to provide evidence of intent to continue work. Appeal dismissed.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Award certificate title with word national insufficient; no documentation of eligibility criteria or competition scale
- Exhibitions · No specific names or locations of exhibitions identified; no regular participation in exclusive venues
- Membership · Association membership based on employment or activity, not outstanding achievement
- Final merits · Evidence does not establish sustained national or international acclaim; no work sustained after 1998
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Award certificate title with word national insufficient; no documentation of eligibility criteria or competition scale |
 Exhibitions | Not met | No specific names or locations of exhibitions identified; no regular participation in exclusive venues |
 Membership | Not met | Association membership based on employment or activity, not outstanding achievement |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not establish sustained national or international acclaim; no work sustained after 1998 |
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