Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Music (2021): 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 required regulatory criteria. The Director determined the petitioner met two criteria (display at artistic exhibitions and leading/critical role), but the petitioner did not successfully argue on appeal that they also met the criterion for lesser nationally or internationally recognized awards.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Display At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Or Establishments Commercial Success In The Performing Arts
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