Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Ballet Dance (2020): did not establish eligibility by meeting at least three of
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate eligibility by meeting at least three of the ten evidentiary criteria. While the Director acknowledged the petitioner met the 'judging' criterion, the AAO found the evidence submitted for other criteria, specifically nationally recognized awards, was insufficient. The documentation for the awards lacked proper translation and failed to establish their national or international significance for excellence in the field.
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Judging The Work Of Others Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Commercial Success In The Performing Arts
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