EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided June 2022Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN302022_01B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metCommercial successClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Artist seeking EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. AAO dismissed appeal because she failed to meet at least three evidentiary criteria: awards were not shown to be nationally or internationally recognized, and membership in associations was not conditioned on outstanding achievements as judged by recognized experts.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Petitioner failed to establish that claimed awards were nationally or internationally recognized for excellence in art field.
- Membership · Membership in artists associations not established as requiring outstanding achievements judged by recognized national or international experts.
- Final merits · Failed to meet three initial criteria; record does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or top percentile status in field.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Petitioner failed to establish that claimed awards were nationally or internationally recognized for excellence in art field. |
 Membership | Not met | Membership in artists associations not established as requiring outstanding achievements judged by recognized national or international experts. |
 Commercial success | Claimed, not analyzed | Petitioner did not pursue initial claim of commercial success in response to RFE; Director did not address criterion. |
 Final merits | Not met | Failed to meet three initial criteria; record does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or top percentile status in field. |
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