Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Music: did not establish her awards were nationally or
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that her awards were nationally or internationally recognized for excellence. The AAO found that the submitted awards appeared to be regional or local, and the petitioner did not provide sufficient supporting evidence, such as details on the number of competitors or media coverage, to establish their prestige. Additionally, one award was for dancing, which falls outside her claimed area of expertise in music.
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Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Which Require Outstanding Achievements
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