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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 arts2008Dismissed
A filmmaker in the arts sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. He claimed awards and critical role criteria through a Grand Prix award and acclaimed directorial and commissioning work. The AAO found the critical role criterion met but awards not met; meeting only one of three required criteria, the petition was denied.
1 of 3 criteria metRead → - EB-1AFilm, music, performing arts2008Dismissed
A solo musician petitioned for EB-1A classification based on extraordinary ability in the arts. The AAO found that claimed awards, memberships, published material, and exhibitions failed to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or placement among the very top of the field, and dismissed the appeal.
0 of 5 criteria metRead →