EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2019Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB042019_04B2203
ExhibitionsMetJudgingMetPublished materialMetFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A tango dancer and teacher seeking EB-1A classification claimed three criteria: published material, judging, and artistic displays. The AAO found he met all three initial criteria but dismissed the appeal because his accomplishments do not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or place him among the small percentage at the very top of his field.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Exhibitions · Petitioner danced and performed at exhibitions
- Judging · Petitioner judged a tango competition
- Published material · Four qualifying articles about petitioner in major media
What was missing
- Final merits · Evidence does not show career of acclaimed work or sustained acclaim at top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Exhibitions | Met | Petitioner danced and performed at exhibitions |
 Judging | Met | Petitioner judged a tango competition |
 Published material | Met | Four qualifying articles about petitioner in major media |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not show career of acclaimed work or sustained acclaim at top of field |
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