EB-1AArts, design, architectureEmployerDecided 2005Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN022005_20B2203
Original contributionsMetAwardsNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Acrobatic performer claimed EB-1A extraordinary ability. Beneficiary met two of ten criteria including original contributions to knockabout style. AAO found evidence of talent and influence but insufficient to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim at very top of acrobatic field. Appeal dismissed.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
What the AAO accepted
- Original contributions · Evidence establishes beneficiary's influence in knockabout acrobatic style with unique stunts
What was missing
- Awards · Wallace awards not established as nationally recognized; evidence insufficient to show national acclaim
- Published material · Publications lack circulation data and reviews do not primarily concern beneficiary
- Final merits · Beneficiary met only two of ten criteria; shows talent as acrobat but not sustained national or international acclaim
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Original contributions | Met | Evidence establishes beneficiary's influence in knockabout acrobatic style with unique stunts |
 Awards | Not met | Wallace awards not established as nationally recognized; evidence insufficient to show national acclaim |
 Published material | Not met | Publications lack circulation data and reviews do not primarily concern beneficiary |
 Final merits | Not met | Beneficiary met only two of ten criteria; shows talent as acrobat but not sustained national or international acclaim |
A published decision describes one case. It is not legal advice and not a prediction for yours.