EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided February 2011Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Feb172011_03B2203
Published materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A watercolor artist claimed extraordinary ability under EB-1A based on published material. The AAO found the evidence failed to meet regulatory requirements due to missing documentation and uncertified translations, and overall evidence does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Published material · Submitted articles lack proper documentation including title, date, author, and certified translation; articles not about petitioner
- Final merits · Evidence does not establish that achievements set petitioner significantly above almost all others in field at national or international level
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Published material | Not met | Submitted articles lack proper documentation including title, date, author, and certified translation; articles not about petitioner |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not establish that achievements set petitioner significantly above almost all others in field at national or international level |
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