Sustained
EB-1A
EB-1A Sustained — Music (2013): the Director initially denied the petition, acknowledging
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Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition, acknowledging that the petitioner met three evidentiary criteria but concluding that they had not established the requisite sustained national or international acclaim. On appeal, the AAO disagreed with the Director's final merits determination and found the petitioner did successfully demonstrate extraordinary ability, leading to the appeal being sustained.
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(Iii) Published Material About The Alien (Iv) Judge Of The Work Of Others (Vii) Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases (Viii) Leading Or Critical Role
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