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Published AAO appeal decisions
Search the decisions the Administrative Appeals Office has published, narrow them by visa, criterion, field and year, and read our summary of each one with a link to the official PDF.
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Years covered
2005-2026
Latest decision
Aug 31, 2026
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- EB-1AFilm, music, performing arts2006Dismissed
Film and theater performer sought EB-1A classification through awards, membership, leading roles, and commercial success. AAO dismissed appeal, finding only one criterion met and evidence insufficient to show petitioner among small percentage at top of field.
1 of 5 criteria metRead → - EB-1AArts, design, architecture2006Dismissed
Performer in performing arts sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. AAO found only one criterion met (leading critical role), falling short of three required. Awards lacked documentation, salary and commercial success unproven, published material lacking. Appeal dismissed.
1 of 9 criteria metRead →