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2005-2026
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Aug 31, 2026
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- O-1AArts, design, architecture2016Dismissed
A sculptor seeks O-1A visa. The decision affirms dismissal of the appeal on a motion to reconsider, finding the petitioner failed to meet evidentiary criteria for awards or critical roles, did not submit qualifying comparable evidence, and provided insufficient detail about employment terms and scheduled activities.
0 of 2 criteria metRead → - O-1AArts, design, architecture2016Remanded
Fashion model agency petitions for beneficiary model for O-1A extraordinary ability. Director denied based on falsified document submission. AAO found petitioner resolved falsification concerns and remanded for substantive review of extraordinary ability claims.
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