EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2009Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Jun222009_03B2203
AwardsNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Self-represented artist claimed extraordinary ability based on festival awards and published material. AAO found awards lacked documentation of significance and international recognition; published material did not meet regulatory requirements. Appeal dismissed for failure to meet three criteria or demonstrate sustained acclaim at the very top.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Festival awards lacked documentation of national or international recognition, reputation, criteria, and competitor numbers
- Published material · Evidence not primarily about petitioner or in professional or major trade publications
- Final merits · Petitioner failed to meet three criteria or show sustained national or international acclaim at very top level
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Festival awards lacked documentation of national or international recognition, reputation, criteria, and competitor numbers |
 Published material | Not met | Evidence not primarily about petitioner or in professional or major trade publications |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner failed to meet three criteria or show sustained national or international acclaim at very top level |
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