Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Music (2020): although the AAO found the petitioner met three evidentiary
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because although the AAO found the petitioner met three evidentiary criteria (published material, judging, and artistic display), it concluded in the final merits determination that the totality of the evidence did not establish that she had achieved sustained national or international acclaim or was among the small percentage at the very top of her field.
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Lesser Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Material About The Alien Judging The Work Of Others Display At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role Commercial Success
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