EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2006Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Oct112006_01B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Artist sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. Petitioner claimed awards, membership, and published materials criteria. AAO found awards were local, not national or international; membership criteria not met; biographical notices did not satisfy published materials requirement; overall evidence insufficient for sustained top-level acclaim.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Awards reflect local or provincial recognition; insufficient documentation of criteria, eligibility, expertise level.
- Membership · Membership evaluated at local or regional chapter level; does not demonstrate outstanding achievement.
- Published material · Notices of biographical inclusions insufficient; not published materials about petitioner as required.
- Final merits · Evidence does not establish sustained national or international acclaim or placement at very top of field.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Awards reflect local or provincial recognition; insufficient documentation of criteria, eligibility, expertise level. |
 Membership | Not met | Membership evaluated at local or regional chapter level; does not demonstrate outstanding achievement. |
 Published material | Not met | Notices of biographical inclusions insufficient; not published materials about petitioner as required. |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not establish sustained national or international acclaim or placement at very top of field. |
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