dismissed
O-1B
dismissed O-1B Case: Music Instrument Repair
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the Beneficiary met the required number of evidentiary criteria. The AAO specifically withdrew the Director's favorable finding on the 'lead, starring, or critical role' criterion, concluding the petitioner's evidence did not demonstrate the beneficiary's past or future critical role for an organization with a distinguished reputation as required by regulation.
Criteria Discussed
Awards Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role Significant Recognition High Salary
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