Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Drama Directing (2018): despite meeting three initial evidentiary criteria, the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because, despite meeting three initial evidentiary criteria, the petitioner failed the final merits determination. The AAO found that the evidence in totality, including awards, memberships, and press coverage, did not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim. The petitioner was not proven to be among the small percentage at the very top of his field.
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Artistic Display Judging Of The Work Of Others High Salary Awards Or Prizes Membership In Associations Published Material About The Alien
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