Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Music (2011): did not establish the beneficiary qualified as a musician
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a record label, failed to establish that the beneficiary qualified as a musician with extraordinary ability in the arts. The director determined the evidence was insufficient to show the beneficiary's achievements reached the level of 'distinction' as defined by regulation. The petitioner did not successfully demonstrate that the beneficiary met the required evidentiary criteria for the O-1B classification.
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Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions/Events With A Distinguished Reputation National Or International Recognition For Achievements Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Organizations, Critics, Or Experts High Salary Or Other Substantial Remuneration Comparable Evidence
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