dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Bonsai Art
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove that their submitted awards were nationally or internationally recognized. The evidence lacked details on the awards' criteria, the level of competition, and their significance, and the petitioner did not respond to a request for this information. Additionally, the AAO noted that the acclaim was not sustained, as the awards were from several years prior to the petition's filing.
Criteria Discussed
Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence Membership In Associations Which Require Outstanding Achievements Of Their Members
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