Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Music (2023): 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 establish eligibility under at least three of the ten regulatory criteria. The Director found the petitioner met two criteria (awards and artistic display), but the AAO determined the evidence was insufficient to meet additional criteria, specifically that the petitioner's work constituted original contributions of major significance to his field.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Published Material About The Petitioner Judging The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Artistic Display Leading Or Critical Role Commercial Success
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