Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Opera Singer (2015): did not meet three evidentiary criteria
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the required three evidentiary criteria. The AAO determined that while the petitioner did meet the criterion for displaying his work at artistic exhibitions, he did not provide sufficient evidence to establish that his awards were nationally or internationally recognized, that published articles about him were in major media, or that his role at Carnegie Hall was leading or critical.
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Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Published Material About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Or Other Major Media Display Of The Alien'S Work At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Performed In A Leading Or Critical Role For Organizations Or Establishments That Have A Distinguished Reputation
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