EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided May 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAY152025_02B2203
AwardsMetExhibitionsMetJudgingNot metOriginal contributionsNot metFinal meritsNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A singer-composer self-petitioned for EB-1A. Demonstrated two criteria: lesser awards and exhibition display. Failed to establish three required criteria. AAO affirmed denial because the evidentiary threshold was not met, reserving final merits analysis.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Awards · Lesser nationally or internationally recognized award established.
- Exhibitions · Work display at artistic exhibitions or showcases demonstrated.
What was missing
- Judging · Undated certificate lacks proof of official invitation or participation.
- Original contributions · No evidence of original contributions of major significance.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Met | Lesser nationally or internationally recognized award established. |
 Exhibitions | Met | Work display at artistic exhibitions or showcases demonstrated. |
 Judging | Not met | Undated certificate lacks proof of official invitation or participation. |
 Original contributions | Not met | No evidence of original contributions of major significance. |
 Final merits | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because only two of three required criteria were met. |
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