Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Music (2013): did not establish the beneficiary, a violinist, met the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary, a violinist, met the necessary evidentiary requirements. The director determined that the petitioner submitted sufficient evidence for only two of the six criteria listed under 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(o)(3)(iv)(B), while a minimum of three is required to establish eligibility as an alien of extraordinary ability in the arts.
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Significant National Or International Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions/Events National Or International Recognition In Major Media Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Experts/Organizations High Salary Or Other Remuneration
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