Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Music (2015): did not establish the sustained national or international
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish the sustained national or international acclaim required for the classification. Although the director initially found three criteria were met, the AAO conducted a de novo review and concluded the petitioner failed to submit qualifying evidence to satisfy at least three of the ten regulatory criteria. The AAO found the petitioner had not demonstrated being one of the small percentage at the very top of the field.
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Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Published Material About The Alien Original Contributions Of Major Significance Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations
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