EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2009Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Mar192009_04B2203
AwardsNot metCommercial successNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A circus performer claimed extraordinary ability and sought EB-1A classification. She claimed to meet two criteria: a second-place award and commercial success. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the award was not internationally recognized, lacked extensive documentation, occurred five years before petition filing, and she presented no evidence of commercial success.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Second place award five years before petition filing; not nationally or internationally recognized; not extensive documentation.
- Commercial success · No evidence of box office receipts or commercial success records submitted.
- Final merits · Petitioner failed to meet major award or three regulatory criteria; did not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Second place award five years before petition filing; not nationally or internationally recognized; not extensive documentation. |
 Commercial success | Not met | No evidence of box office receipts or commercial success records submitted. |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner failed to meet major award or three regulatory criteria; did not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim. |
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