AAO EB-1A decision APR092019_04B2203

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID APR092019_04B2203 Decision date not stated Outcome dismissed Field or occupation Not stated in the extracted decision plan. Final merits discussed No / not stated

Criteria Discussed

• artistic_display

• awards

• judging

• leading_critical_role

• published_material

Criteria Accepted

• artistic_display

• judging

Criteria Rejected

• awards

• published_material

• leading_critical_role

Core Lesson

Award and published‑material evidence must include clear, independent documentation showing the prize’s national or international stature; vague mentions, honorable mentions, or bronze‑winner status are insufficient and can lead the AAO to overturn a favorable USCIS decision.

Evidence Issue

• Independent, verifiable documentation that the award is nationally or internationally recognized

• Specific details about the award’s prestige and selection process

• Sufficient documentary proof of published material meeting regulatory requirements

• Evidence showing the petitioner’s sustained national or international acclaim

• Clear proof of a leading or critical role (leading_critical_role was not established)

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