Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Performing Arts (2010): did not establish copies of contracts between the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, an entertainment agency filing as an agent, failed to provide the required copies of contracts between the beneficiary and her actual employers. The director's denial was based on this specific regulatory requirement for agent petitioners, and the appeal did not overcome this deficiency.
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Nomination/Receipt Of Major Awards Lead/Starring Role In Distinguished Productions National/International Recognition Lead/Starring/Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial/Critically Acclaimed Success Significant Recognition From Experts High Salary/Remuneration Agent Petitioner Filing Requirements (Contracts/Itinerary)
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