Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Entertainment (2022): did not establish the beneficiary met at least three of the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met at least three of the required evidentiary criteria for O-1B classification. The AAO withdrew the Director's favorable finding on the 'lead or starring participant' criterion, citing a lack of evidence for prospective roles. Additionally, the AAO determined that the submitted articles about the beneficiary did not rise to the level of national or international recognition required by the regulations.
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Major Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events National Or International Recognition For Achievements Significant Recognition For Achievements Comparable Evidence
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