Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Culinary Arts (2023): did not establish the beneficiary met the evidentiary
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the beneficiary met the evidentiary criteria for extraordinary ability in the arts. The evidence submitted for a bronze medal was insufficient to prove it was a significant international award, as it lacked details on its prestige or selection criteria. Furthermore, the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary held a lead, starring, or critical role for organizations with a distinguished reputation.
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Significant National Or International Award Leading Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations Or Establishments Significant Recognition For Achievements
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