Sustained
EB-1A
EB-1A Sustained — Photography (2015): the Director initially denied the petition at the final
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Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition at the final merits stage, finding the petitioner had not demonstrated sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO sustained the appeal, concluding that the petitioner did in fact meet the criterion for receiving nationally recognized awards and that the totality of the evidence—including awards, published material, judging experience, and exhibitions—was sufficient to demonstrate that the petitioner has risen to the top of his field and has sustained acclaim.
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Prizes Or Awards Published Material About The Alien Judging The Work Of Others Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases
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