dismissed
O-1B
dismissed O-1B Case: Entertainment
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary met the required evidentiary criteria for an alien of extraordinary ability in the arts. The director determined the petitioner only satisfied one of the six evidentiary criteria, and the AAO upheld this finding, concluding the evidence was insufficient to demonstrate the beneficiary's distinction and prominence as a singer and entertainer.
Criteria Discussed
Major Awards (National Or International) Lead Or Starring Role In Distinguished Productions/Events National/International Recognition Via Critical Reviews/Published Materials Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Experts/Critics/Organizations High Salary Or Other Substantial Remuneration Comparable Evidence
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