dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Singer / Artist Impersonator
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO determined that the evidence submitted, such as winning a single 'Be Elvis' contest in the Philippines five years prior, was insufficient to prove receipt of a nationally or internationally recognized award for excellence and did not meet the high standard required for this visa category.
Criteria Discussed
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
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