dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Music
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the submitted prizes and awards met the standard for national or international recognition. The AAO determined the evidence lacked information on the significance of the festivals, many awards were regional in scope or for participation rather than excellence, and some documentation was insufficient or lacked required translations.
Criteria Discussed
Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence
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