EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2005Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
NOV072005_01B2203
AwardsNot metCommercial successNot metLeading or critical roleNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Performing artist self-petitioner sought EB-1A extraordinary ability in the arts. AAO found petitioner met zero of four criteria analyzed and lacked evidence of intent to continue work in the United States, denying the petition on independent grounds.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Award certificates lacked evidence of national or international stature or recognition
- Commercial success · Photographs of performances do not constitute sales or receipts demonstrating commercial success as required
- Leading or critical role · No evidence of leading or critical role for distinguished organization earning sustained national or international acclaim
- Membership · Association membership based on activity and dues, not outstanding achievement; Second-Class Performer status does not indicate top-tier standing
- Final merits · Failed to meet at least three of ten regulatory criteria; lacks sustained national or international acclaim at top level
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Award certificates lacked evidence of national or international stature or recognition |
 Commercial success | Not met | Photographs of performances do not constitute sales or receipts demonstrating commercial success as required |
 Leading or critical role | Not met | No evidence of leading or critical role for distinguished organization earning sustained national or international acclaim |
 Membership | Not met | Association membership based on activity and dues, not outstanding achievement; Second-Class Performer status does not indicate top-tier standing |
 Final merits | Not met | Failed to meet at least three of ten regulatory criteria; lacks sustained national or international acclaim at top level |
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