An artist sought extraordinary ability based on awards, board membership, published material, and exhibitions. The AAO found fraudulent submissions of three articles and that remaining evidence failed to meet three criteria. Appeal dismissed with fraud finding.

Self-petitioner artist sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. AAO found petitioner failed to meet at least three required criteria through awards, published material about herself, or exhibitions, and lacked clear evidence of intent to continue work in the United States. Appeal dismissed.

Dance teacher and competitive dancer self-petitioner claimed extraordinary ability under EB-1A. AAO found only three criteria addressed: awards from youth and amateur competitions insufficient, no published material in major media, and coaching success limited to youth level. Appeal dismissed despite adequate evidence of intended continued work.

Visual artist claimed exhibitions, leading role, and commercial success. AAO found no evidence of displays at significant national venues, no distinguished organizational role, and photographs cannot demonstrate sales receipts. Petitioner failed to meet three criteria and lack sustained acclaim.