dismissed
O-1B
dismissed O-1B Case: Dance
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner filed for the beneficiary under the 'extraordinary ability in the arts' category. The AAO determined that the beneficiary's field, competitive ballroom dance (DanceSport), is a sport and should have been adjudicated under the criteria for athletes. Since the petition was filed under the incorrect classification and failed to meet the evidentiary standards for the arts, the denial was upheld.
Criteria Discussed
Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions/Events National/International Recognition Through Published Materials Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Experts/Organizations High Salary Distinction Between Arts And Athletics Criteria
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