Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Film (2017): did not establish eligibility under at least three of the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate eligibility under at least three of the required evidentiary criteria. The AAO re-evaluated the 'lesser awards' criterion, previously approved by the Director, and determined the evidence did not prove the awards were nationally or internationally recognized. The petitioner's assertions were deemed conclusory and lacked sufficient corroborating evidence of the awards' prestige.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Judging The Work Of Others Published Material About The Alien Original Contributions Of Major Significance High Salary Or Other Remuneration Commercial Successes In The Performing Arts Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations
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