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- O-1AArts, design, architecture2019Dismissed
Dismissed · 9 criteria reviewed1 of 9 criteria metRead → - O-1AArts, design, architecture2019Dismissed
A model management agency sponsored a fashion model for O-1A classification. The AAO found the applicant failed to demonstrate either a significant award or three of six evidentiary criteria. Past magazine features and advertising work were insufficient evidence of lead roles in distinguished productions. The appeal was dismissed.
0 of 8 criteria metRead →