dismissed
O-1B
dismissed O-1B Case: Ballroom Dance
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary qualifies for classification as an alien of extraordinary ability in the arts. The director initially denied the petition for this reason, and the AAO upheld that decision after a de novo review.
Criteria Discussed
Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant National Or International Recognition Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Experts High Salary Comparable Evidence
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