Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Wood Carving Artist: did not establish sufficient evidence to meet at least
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to meet at least three of the required criteria. The evidence for a national award lacked proof of its significance, claims of exhibitions were unsubstantiated, and assertions of high remuneration and commercial success were not supported by documentation of actual sales or earnings. The AAO concluded the petitioner did not demonstrate the sustained national or international acclaim required for the classification.
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Documentation Of The Alien'S Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence In The Field Of Endeavor. Evidence Of The Display Of The Alien'S Work In The Field At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases. Evidence That The Alien Has Commanded A High Salary Or Other Significantly High Remuneration For Services, In Relation To Others In The Field. Evidence Of Commercial Successes In The Performing Arts, As Shown By Box Office Receipts Or Record, Cassette, Compact Disk, Or Video Sales.
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