Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Music (2015): did not establish extraordinary ability through either a
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate extraordinary ability through either a one-time major, internationally recognized achievement or by meeting at least three of the ten regulatory criteria. The director determined, and the AAO agreed, that the petitioner did not provide sufficient qualifying evidence. Specifically, the evidence for membership in associations was found insufficient as it did not establish that the associations required outstanding achievements of their members.
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One-Time Achievement (Major Award) Membership In Associations
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