Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Circus Performer (2015): did not establish extraordinary ability through sustained
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not demonstrate extraordinary ability through sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO found the petitioner failed to provide evidence of a one-time, major internationally recognized award and did not meet the minimum of three of the ten regulatory criteria. Specifically, the decision concluded that the evidence submitted did not satisfy the 'prizes or awards' criterion.
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One-Time Achievement (Major, Internationally Recognized Award) Prizes Or Awards Published Material Original Contributions Leading Or Critical Role
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