EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2009Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Feb022009_10B2203
AwardsNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A performance artist in the arts sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. AAO held she did not meet the awards criterion because her regional award was not nationally recognized, failed on published material evidence, and lacked three qualifying criteria for sustained international acclaim.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Nashville Nightlife Award for Best Performance Artist deemed regional, not nationally or internationally recognized
- Published material · Submitted pictures of theater performance lack evidence of organization reputation or petitioner role
- Final merits · Failed to demonstrate major award or three criteria; did not achieve sustained acclaim at very top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Nashville Nightlife Award for Best Performance Artist deemed regional, not nationally or internationally recognized |
 Published material | Not met | Submitted pictures of theater performance lack evidence of organization reputation or petitioner role |
 Final merits | Not met | Failed to demonstrate major award or three criteria; did not achieve sustained acclaim at very top of field |
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