EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided September 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP122025_02B2203
Leading or critical roleNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
An animation director seeking EB-1A extraordinary ability failed to meet three required evidentiary criteria. Membership in claimed organizations lacked judgment by recognized experts, and leading/critical role in project-based work did not qualify, dismissing the appeal.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Leading or critical role · Project-based work in animation does not establish leading or critical role for organizations of distinguished reputation
- Membership · Organizations do not require outstanding achievement judged by experts; selective membership alone insufficient
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Leading or critical role | Not met | Project-based work in animation does not establish leading or critical role for organizations of distinguished reputation |
 Membership | Not met | Organizations do not require outstanding achievement judged by experts; selective membership alone insufficient |
 Published material | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed; decision did not address this criterion substantively |
 Final merits | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because three criteria not met; no final merits determination needed |
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