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AAO EB-1A decision APR182005_01B2203: musician (jazz performer) and published-material evidence pitfalls for eb-1a

EB-1A petitions must include concrete, independent documentation for each criterion; generic claims, press releases, or incomplete records will lead to denial. Concrete sales or ticket numbers to prove commercial success; Independent, major‑media coverage that focuses on the petitioner; Official doc

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID APR182005_01B2203 Decision date not stated in the extraction Outcome dismissed Field or occupation musician (jazz performer) Final merits discussed Yes

Criteria Discussed

  • artistic_display

  • awards

  • commercial_success

  • high_salary

  • judging

  • leading_critical_role

  • membership

  • original_contributions

  • published_material

Criteria Accepted

  • artistic_display

  • original_contributions

Criteria Rejected

  • awards

  • commercial_success

  • judging

  • membership

  • published_material

  • leading_critical_role

Core Lesson

EB-1A petitions must include concrete, independent documentation for each criterion; generic claims, press releases, or incomplete records will lead to denial.

Evidence Issue

  • Concrete sales or ticket numbers to prove commercial success

  • Independent, major‑media coverage that focuses on the petitioner

  • Official documentation of union membership requirements

  • Proof of personal involvement in award nominations or receipt

  • Verified evidence of judging or evaluative role on a recognized panel

  • Any evidence of a distinguished reputation for leading/critical role

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