EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2011Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Dec232011_01B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
An acrobatic performer sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. The petitioner claimed at least three evidentiary categories. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding awards not nationally or internationally recognized and evidence insufficient to demonstrate the petitioner ranks among the very top in the field.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Awards not nationally or internationally recognized; recognized only at local events
- Final merits · Achievements do not set petitioner significantly above others in acrobatic performance field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Awards not nationally or internationally recognized; recognized only at local events |
 Membership | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed; discussion of membership criterion incomplete |
 Final merits | Not met | Achievements do not set petitioner significantly above others in acrobatic performance field |
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