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- O-1AFilm, music, performing arts2015Dismissed
Singer applying for O-1A visa. Petitioner claimed eligibility under seven criteria but satisfied none of three required. Award received while student not shown open to professionals; wage comparable to average levels in market. Petition fails initial evidentiary threshold. Appeal dismissed.
0 of 7 criteria metRead → - O-1AFilm, music, performing arts2015Dismissed
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