Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Music (2019): the motion to reopen was denied, upholding the prior
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Decision Summary
The motion to reopen was denied, upholding the prior dismissal of the appeal, because the petitioner failed to meet the required three evidentiary criteria. While the petitioner had previously satisfied the criteria for judging and artistic display, the new evidence submitted for the awards criterion was found insufficient. The submitted letter did not provide independent, objective evidence to establish that the award was nationally or internationally recognized for excellence in the field.
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Awards Judging Artistic Display
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