EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided November 2022Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
NOV102022_01B2203
JudgingMetLeading or critical roleMetPublished materialMetAwardsNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Self-petitioner speech and theatrical coach sought EB-1A classification. Met three preliminary criteria: judging, published material, critical role. AAO dismissed appeal because evidence did not establish sustained national or international acclaim required for extraordinary ability classification.
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What the AAO accepted
- Judging · Demonstrated participation as judge in speech and theatrical coaching
- Leading or critical role · Demonstrated critical role for distinguished Colombian film festival
- Published material · Article published in major Colombian newspaper about petitioner's work
What was missing
- Awards · Did not demonstrate receipt of major internationally recognized award
- Final merits · Evidence does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim at top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Met | Demonstrated participation as judge in speech and theatrical coaching |
 Leading or critical role | Met | Demonstrated critical role for distinguished Colombian film festival |
 Published material | Met | Article published in major Colombian newspaper about petitioner's work |
 Awards | Not met | Did not demonstrate receipt of major internationally recognized award |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim at top of field |
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