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dismissed
O-2
Fashion
The appeal was dismissed because an O-2 petition is dependent on a corresponding O-1 petition. The O-1 petition for the principal fashion de...
Requirement To Accompany An O-1 Artist Or Athlete Petition Must Be Filed In Conjunction With The O-1 Alien'S Services
dismissed
O-1B
Music
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a public relations and marketing agency, failed to demonstrate that it met the regulatory r...
Petitioner As A Valid Agent Itinerary Of Scheduled Events Evidentiary Criteria For Extraordinary Ability In The Arts
dismissed
O-1B
Music
The motion to reconsider was denied because the petitioner failed to establish that the prior decision was based on an incorrect application...
Nomination For Or Receipt Of Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations Or Establishments Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition For Achievements
dismissed
O-1A
Gymnastics
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met at least three of the eight evidentiary crite...
Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Awards Critical Or Essential Capacity Membership In Associations High Salary
dismissed
O-1A
Physics
The appeal was dismissed because although the beneficiary met the minimum of three evidentiary criteria (judging, original contributions, sc...
Major Internationally Recognized Award Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Judging The Work Of Others
dismissed
O-1B
Tattoo Art
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove the beneficiary met the required evidentiary criteria. For the 'lead or star...
Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events Comparable Evidence Nomination For Or Receipt Of Significant Awards
dismissed
O-1B
Music
The motion to reconsider and reopen was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the original decision was based on an inco...
Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations And Establishments Significant Recognition For Achievements
dismissed
O-1B
Acting
The motion to reconsider was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the AAO's prior decision was based on an incorrect ...
Lead Or Starring Role In Productions Or Events Published Material About The Beneficiary
dismissed
O-1A
Taekwondo
The motion to reconsider the previously dismissed appeal was denied. The petitioner failed to establish that the prior decision was based on...
Major Internationally Recognized Award Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Beneficiary Judging The Work Of Others
dismissed
O-1B
Fashion Design
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary, a fashion designer, met the required evidentiary c...
Lead Or Starring Role Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes
dismissed
O-1A
Athletics
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met at least three of the required evidentiary cr...
Memberships
dismissed
O-1B
Modeling
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to address two of the four grounds for the initial denial. The petitioner did not dis...
U.S. Agent Qualification Contract Requirement Advisory Opinion Requirement Awards Or Prizes Evidentiary Criteria For Arts
dismissed
O-1B
Arts
The appeal was dismissed as moot. The AAO found that the petitioner had filed a separate O-1 petition for the same beneficiary, which was ap...
Nomination Or Receipt Of A Significant National Or International Award At Least Three Of Six Alternative Forms Of Documentation
dismissed
O-2
Television Production
The motion was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove that the beneficiary was in the U.S. solely for the purpose of assisting the...
Solely To Accompany And Assist The O-1 Artist Prohibition On Working Separate And Apart From The O-1 Artist
dismissed
O-1B
Acting
The motion to reopen and reconsider was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the AAO's prior decision was based on an...
Lead Or Starring Role In Productions Or Events Published Material Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes High Salary Or Remuneration
dismissed
O-1A
Sciences
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary had received 'sustained national or international a...
Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien In Professional Or Major Media Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Scientific, Scholarly, Or Business-Related Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles In Professional Journals Or Other Major Media Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity For Organizations With Distinguished Reputations Commanded A High Salary Or Other High Remuneration
dismissed
O-1A
Biomedical Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary met the required three evidentiary criteria. While ...
Judging The Work Of Others Scholarly Articles Original Contributions Of Major Significance Membership In Associations
dismissed
O-1A
Ski Coaching
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the required minimum of three evidentiary cri...
Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Memberships In Associations Original Contributions Of Major Significance
dismissed
O-1B
Music
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met at least three of the required evidentiary cr...
Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation National Or International Recognition For Achievements Through Critical Reviews Or Other Published Materials High Salary Or Other Significant Remuneration
dismissed
O-1B
Illustration
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary met the required minimum of three evidentiary crite...
Lead Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions Or Events National Or International Recognition Via Published Materials
dismissed
O-1B
Visual Arts
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to satisfy the evidentiary criteria for an O-1 visa. Specifically, for the 'lead or s...
Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events National Or International Recognition For Achievements Major Role For Organizations With A Distinguished Reputation High Salary Or Other Significant Remuneration
dismissed
O-2
Music
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit the required employment contracts or a summary of an oral agreement at the ...
Submission Of Written Contract Or Summary Of Oral Agreement Eligibility At Time Of Filing
dismissed
O-1B
Music
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to meet any of the required O-1B criteria. The evidenc...
National Or International Awards Published Materials About The Beneficiary In Major Media Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations
dismissed
O-1B
Culinary Arts
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the required three evidentiary criteria. While the Director agreed that ...
Nomination For Or Receipt Of Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events Leading, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations And Establishments High Salary
dismissed
O-1B
Music
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to meet the required criteria. The submitted awards la...
Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation National Or International Recognition For Achievements Via Critical Reviews Or Other Published Materials Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Organizations And Establishments With A Distinguished Reputation
dismissed
O-1B
Custom Automotive Fabrication
The motion to reconsider was denied because the petitioner did not demonstrate that the previous decision was based on an incorrect applicat...
National Or International Awards Or Prizes Critical Reviews Or Other Published Materials Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Success Significant Recognition High Salary Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1B
Film Direction
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met at least three of the required evidentiary cr...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(A) - Major Awards 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(B)(1) - Lead Or Starring Participant 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(B)(2) - National/International Recognition 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(B)(5) - Significant Recognition From Experts
dismissed
O-1B
Hairstyling
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to meet the required criteria for extraordinary abilit...
Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events Significant Recognition For Achievements
dismissed
O-1A
Soccer
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met at least three of the required evidentiary cr...
Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Judging The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity
dismissed
O-1B
Culinary Arts
The appeal was dismissed because the evidence submitted did not establish that the beneficiary's second-place finish in a national champions...
Awards Leading Or Starring Role Published Materials/Critical Reviews High Salary
dismissed
O-1A
Psychotherapy
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner provided inconsistent information regarding the beneficiary's terms of employment. An initia...
Employment Contract Requirements Employer Vs. Agent Relationship Extraordinary Ability In Sciences/Education/Business
dismissed
O-1B
Arts
The appeal was summarily dismissed on procedural grounds. The Petitioner failed to identify any specific erroneous conclusion of law or stat...
dismissed
O-1B
Fashion Model
The appeal was dismissed because the Director revoked the initially approved petition due to a falsified testimonial letter. The petitioner ...
Misrepresentation Falsified Documents Authenticity Of Evidence
dismissed
O-1B
Motion Picture Or Television
The appeal was summarily dismissed on procedural grounds. The petitioner failed to specifically identify any erroneous conclusion of law or ...
dismissed
O-1A
Jiu Jitsu
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the beneficiary met the required evidentiary criteria for an O-1 visa....
Major Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Material
dismissed
O-1B
Music
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the beneficiary met the evidentiary criteria for an O-1 visa. The subm...
Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Leading Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation
dismissed
O-1A
Life Coaching
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the beneficiary met the required evidentiary criteria. The AAO rejecte...
Major Internationally Recognized Award Comparable Evidence Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards
dismissed
O-1B
Fashion Design
The appeal was summarily dismissed on procedural grounds. The petitioner indicated they would submit a brief but the statement provided fail...
Failure To Identify Erroneous Conclusion Of Law Or Statement Of Fact
dismissed
O-1B
Stage Management
The appeal was dismissed because the evidence failed to establish the beneficiary's awards were significant national or international prizes...
Nomination For Or Receipt Of Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation Petitioner Type (Agent Vs. Employer) Itinerary For Events Or Activities
dismissed
O-1B
Photography
The motion to reconsider was denied because the petitioner did not demonstrate that the prior appellate decision, which dismissed the appeal...
Significant National Or International Awards Leading Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions Or Events Leading, Starring, Or Critical Roles In Distinguished Organizations Or Establishments Critical Reviews Or Published Material About The Beneficiary Significant Recognition For Achievements From Organizations, Critics, Government Agencies, Or Other Recognized Experts Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1A
Athletics
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to satisfy the evidentiary criteria. The evidence submitted for the 'published materi...
Published Material In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Or Major Media About The Alien Evidence That The Alien Has Been Employed In A Critical Or Essential Capacity For Organizations And Establishments That Have A Distinguished Reputation Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1B
Automotive Fabrication And Painting
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to satisfy the evidentiary criteria for an O-1B visa. The provided evidence, includin...
Published Materials About The Beneficiary Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Organizations Or Experts High Salary Or Other Remuneration Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1A
Physics
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the minimum of three required evidentiary cri...
Awards Membership In Associations Published Material About The Alien Judging The Work Of Others
dismissed
O-1A
Soccer
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence that the beneficiary met the claimed criteria. For the...
Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement
dismissed
O-1B
Hair Design
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the requisite three evidentiary criteria for ...
Major National Or International Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events Published Material About The Beneficiary Significant Recognition For Achievements Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1A
Table Tennis
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the minimum of three required evidentiary cri...
Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Material About The Alien
dismissed
O-1B
Motion Picture
The appeal was dismissed because the record did not establish that the beneficiary met the required evidentiary criteria for an individual o...
Consultation Requirements Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation Leading Or Critical Role For Organizations And Establishments That Have A Distinguished Reputation Significant Recognition For Achievements
dismissed
O-1A
Dance
The motions to reopen and reconsider were denied. The motion to reopen was denied because the petitioner failed to present new facts or docu...
Awards Memberships Published Material Judging Original Contributions Critical Or Essential Role High Salary
dismissed
O-1B
Film
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary met the required number of evidentiary criteria. Up...
Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation Recognition For Achievements Via Critical Reviews Or Published Material Leading, Starring, Or Critical Role In Distinguished Organizations Or Establishments Significant Recognition For Achievements From Organizations Or Experts
dismissed
O-1B
Photography
The appeal was dismissed because the Director properly revoked the petition's approval. The petitioner admitted it failed to employ the bene...
Beneficiary No Longer Employed In The Specified Capacity Statement Of Facts In The Petition Was Not True And Correct Approval Of The Petition Involved Gross Error Material Change In Terms And Conditions Of Employment Evidentiary Criteria For Extraordinary Ability In The Arts
dismissed
O-1B
Culinary Arts
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the beneficiary met the required number of evidentiary criteria. The A...
Lead Or Starring Role In Distinguished Productions/Events National/International Recognition Via Published Material Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations High Salary Advisory Opinion
dismissed
O-1B
Film/Television Production
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary met the required minimum of three evidentiary crite...
Receipt Of Major Awards Critical Reviews Or Other Published Materials Leading Or Critical Role Significant Recognition For Achievements High Salary
dismissed
O-1B
Ballroom Dance
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to identify a specific, erroneous conclusion of law or statement of fact in...
8 C.F.R. § 103.3(A)(1)(V)
dismissed
O-1B
Art
The motion was denied because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient new evidence to meet the required number of criteria. The evidence...
Major National Or International Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events Published Material Significant Recognition For Achievements High Salary Or Remuneration
dismissed
O-1A
Biology Education
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide the mandatory written advisory opinion from an appropriate consulting enti...
Consultation/Advisory Opinion Extraordinary Ability
dismissed
O-1B
Acting
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary met at least three of the required evidentiary crit...
Lead Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions Or Events National Or International Recognition For Achievements (Critical Reviews) Significant Recognition From Organizations Or Experts Major National Or International Awards
dismissed
O-1B
Acting
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary met the required minimum of three evidentiary crite...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(A) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(B)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(B)(3) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(B)(5)
dismissed
O-1B
Hair Design
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the requisite three evidentiary criteria. The...
Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant Published Materials Significant Recognition For Achievements Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1B
Horse Training
The appeal was dismissed primarily because the petitioner incorrectly classified the beneficiary's field of thoroughbred horse training and ...
Definition Of 'Arts' For O-1 Classification Distinction Between Arts And Athletics Standard Of 'Distinction' Evidentiary Requirements For O-1B
dismissed
O-1A
Electrical Engineering
The appeal was dismissed primarily because the petitioner was not a legal entity at the time of filing, and therefore not a valid U.S. emplo...
Valid U.S. Employer Work In The Area Of Extraordinary Ability Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards
dismissed
O-1A
Gymnastics
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary, a gymnastics coach, met the required evidentiary...
Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Major, Internationally-Recognized Award Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1B
Film Director
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to establish the beneficiary's extraordinary achieveme...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(A) - Significant National Or International Awards 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(B)(1) - Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions With A Distinguished Reputation 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(B)(5) - Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(B)(6) - Significant Recognition For Achievements
dismissed
O-1B
Film Production
The appeal was dismissed because the record did not establish the beneficiary's eligibility as an individual with extraordinary achievement ...
Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes At Least Three Of Six Alternative Evidentiary Criteria Nature Of Proposed Employment / Contract Terms
dismissed
O-1A
Boxing
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit a mandatory written advisory opinion from an appropriate consulting entity,...
Written Advisory Opinion Major Internationally Recognized Award At Least Three Of Eight Forms Of Documentation
dismissed
O-1B
Dancesport
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary's field, DanceSport (competitive ballroom dancing),...
Definition Of Arts Vs. Athletics Significant National Or International Prize Or Award At Least Three Of Six Evidentiary Criteria
dismissed
O-1B
Film And Video Production
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to satisfy the evidentiary requirements for an individual of extraordinary ability in...
Nomination For Or Receipt Of Significant Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Distinguished Productions Or Events Submission Of Required Consultations
dismissed
O-1A
Tennis
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the beneficiary's eligibility for O-1A classification. The petitioner ...
Prizes Or Awards
dismissed
O-1A
Taekwondo
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the beneficiary's extraordinary ability. The evidence submitted for th...
Major, Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence
dismissed
O-1B
Acting
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the beneficiary's eligibility for O-1B classification. The AAO found t...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(A) (Significant National Or International Prize Or Award) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B) (Alternative Criteria)
dismissed
O-1B
Art
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary qualifies as an artist of extraordinary ability. Th...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(A) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(C)
dismissed
O-1B
Culinary Arts
The motion to reconsider was denied because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary's awards were significant national or ...
Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes
dismissed
O-1B
Horse Training
The appeal was dismissed primarily because the petitioner filed under the wrong visa category. The petitioner sought an O-1B for extraordina...
Definition Of 'Arts' Under 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Ii) One-Time Achievement/Major Award Under 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(A) Evidentiary Criteria Under 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B) Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1B
Performing Arts
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the required evidentiary criteria for extraor...
Nomination For Or Receipt Of Significant National Or International Awards Performed As A Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation
dismissed
O-1B
Sculpture
The appeal was dismissed as moot because the beneficiary had already adjusted status to that of a U.S. permanent resident. Since the benefic...
dismissed
O-1B
Music
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit a required written advisory opinion from a peer group. The petitioner's cla...
Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant National Or International Recognition Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Others High Salary Comparable Evidence Advisory Opinion
dismissed
O-1A
Boxing
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary, a professional boxer, had achieved the necessary s...
Major Internationally Recognized Award At Least Three Of Eight Regulatory Criteria Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1A
Baseball
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the beneficiary met at least three of the eight regulatory criteria f...
Sustained National Or International Acclaim One-Time Achievement (Major Award) At Least Three Of Eight Regulatory Criteria Area Of Expertise (Player Vs. Coach)
dismissed
O-1A
Gymnastics
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possessed sustained national or international accla...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(A) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(B) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(C) Area Of Extraordinary Ability
dismissed
O-1A
Athletics (Swimming)
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to satisfy at least three of the regulatory criteria f...
Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Beneficiary Original Contributions Of Major Significance Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity
dismissed
O-1B
Floral Design
The director denied the petition after concluding that the submitted evidence did not satisfy the requirements for an alien of extraordinary...
Recipient Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Awards Standard Evidentiary Criteria Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1B
Music
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to identify any specific erroneous conclusion of law or statement of fact a...
Significant National Or International Award Evidentiary Criteria Contracts And Itinerary
dismissed
O-1B
Ballroom Dance
The appeal was dismissed because the AAO determined the beneficiary's field, competitive ballroom dance, should be classified as athletics r...
Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Evidentiary Criteria For Arts Vs. Athletics Distinction Standard For Arts Extraordinary Ability Standard For Athletics Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1A
Martial Arts
The appeal was dismissed because the AAO agreed with the director that competitive taekwondo and taekwondo coaching are not the same area of...
Major Internationally Recognized Award At Least Three Of Eight Evidentiary Criteria Comparable Evidence Continuing To Work In The Area Of Extraordinary Ability
dismissed
O-1B
Film
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the beneficiary's extraordinary achievement in the motion picture and te...
Major Awards Alternative Criteria
dismissed
O-1B
Culinary Arts
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the beneficiary's eligibility as an alien with extraordinary ability in ...
Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes Alternative Evidentiary Criteria
dismissed
O-1B
Dance
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the beneficiary's extraordinary ability in the arts. The evidence provid...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(A) (Significant National Or International Awards Or Prizes) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B)(1) (Leading Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B)(2) (National Or International Recognition For Achievements) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B)(3) (Leading, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B)(4) (Record Of Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B)(5) (Significant Recognition For Achievements From Organizations/Experts) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B)(6) (High Salary Or Other Substantial Remuneration)
remanded
O-1B
Film And Television Production
The AAO withdrew the director's decision to revoke the petition's approval. However, because the AAO also found that the petition was not ap...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(A) (Significant National Or International Awards) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(V)(B) (Alternative Evidentiary Criteria)
dismissed
O-1A
Athletics
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to specifically identify any erroneous conclusion of law or statement of fa...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(A) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(B) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(C)
dismissed
O-1B
Opera
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a non-profit music organization, failed to establish the beneficiary's eligibility as an op...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(A) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(C)
remanded
O-1A
Unknown
The director's decision to revoke the petition's approval was withdrawn and the case was remanded. This procedural action was taken at the d...
dismissed
O-1B
Music
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the beneficiary's eligibility as an individual with extraordinary abilit...
Awards Or Prizes At Least Three Of Six Criteria Comparable Evidence Event Or Events
dismissed
O-1A
Wrestling
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary had sustained national or international acclaim a...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(A) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(B) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iii)(C)
dismissed
O-1A
Bodybuilding
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary, a professional bodybuilder, met the minimum evid...
Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Published Material About The Alien Membership In Associations
dismissed
O-1A
Engineering
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary has sustained national or international acclaim and...
Major Internationally Recognized Award Published Material About The Alien Original Scientific Contributions Of Major Significance Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity Comparable Evidence
dismissed
O-1A
Business
The director recommended denial, concluding that the beneficiary was improperly self-petitioning as the sole member of the petitioning compa...
Self-Petitioning Prohibition Mootness
dismissed
O-1A
Athletics
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary qualifies as an alien of extraordinary ability. A s...
Prizes Or Awards
dismissed
O-1B
Dance
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to identify any specific erroneous conclusion of law or statement of fact f...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(A) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(O)(3)(Iv)(B)
dismissed
O-1B
Acting
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the minimum evidentiary requirements for the ...
Significant National Or International Awards Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions With 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 Experts Or Organizations High Salary Or Other Substantial Remuneration
dismissed
O-1B
Dance
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the beneficiary, a dancer, met the evidentiary criteria for an alien ...
Nominated For Or Recipient Of Significant National Or International Awards Performed As A Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events With A Distinguished Reputation
dismissed
O-1A
Equestrian
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary qualifies as an alien of extraordinary ability in a...
Receipt Of A Major, Internationally Recognized Award Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity Commanded A High Salary Or Other Remuneration Comparable Evidence
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