Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Music (2021): 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. The AAO found the evidence, such as promotional flyers and album covers, was insufficient to establish that the beneficiary performed in a lead or starring role or that the productions had a distinguished reputation.
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Lead Or Starring Participant Published Materials Significant Recognition For Achievements High Salary
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