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AAO EB-1A decision APR192005_03B2203: film marketing / advertising and failure to meet the three‑criterion threshold (waiver/abandonment)

Meeting only two EB‑1A criteria (e.g., awards and judging) is insufficient; a petition must satisfy at least three criteria with solid supporting evidence for each. Evidence of sustained high salary/compensation over time.; Specific documentation of the petitioner’s leading or critical role and its

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID APR192005_03B2203 Decision date not stated Outcome dismissed Field or occupation film marketing / advertising Final merits discussed Yes

Criteria Discussed

  • awards

  • high_salary

  • judging

  • leading_critical_role

  • original_contributions

  • published_material

Criteria Accepted

  • awards

  • judging

Criteria Rejected

  • high_salary

  • leading_critical_role

  • original_contributions

  • published_material

Core Lesson

Meeting only two EB‑1A criteria (e.g., awards and judging) is insufficient; a petition must satisfy at least three criteria with solid supporting evidence for each.

Evidence Issue

  • Evidence of sustained high salary/compensation over time.

  • Specific documentation of the petitioner’s leading or critical role and its reputation.

  • Proof of original artistic contributions of major significance beyond mere employment.

  • Published material that directly discusses the petitioner’s work.

  • Corroborative judging materials (evaluation sheets) – although AAO said they are not required, the director had requested them.

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