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AAO EB-1A decision AUG282024_03B2203: performing arts (cultural director / cellist) and final merits and sustained acclaim failures in eb-1a

Meeting three EB‑1A criteria is insufficient if you cannot also demonstrate sustained national/international acclaim and that you are among the top of your field. Evidence of sustained national or international acclaim.; Proof that petitioner is among the small percentage at the very top of the fiel

Decision Snapshot

Field Value --- --- Decision ID AUG282024_03B2203 Decision date 2024-08-28 Outcome dismissed Field or occupation performing arts (cultural director / cellist) Final merits discussed Yes

Criteria Discussed

  • judging

  • leading_critical_role

  • original_contributions

  • published_material

Criteria Accepted

  • judging

  • leading_critical_role

  • published_material

Criteria Rejected

  • original_contributions

Core Lesson

Meeting three EB‑1A criteria is insufficient if you cannot also demonstrate sustained national/international acclaim and that you are among the top of your field.

Evidence Issue

  • Evidence of sustained national or international acclaim.

  • Proof that petitioner is among the small percentage at the very top of the field.

  • Multiple, independent media coverage indicating a high level of success.

  • Judging experience involving nationally or internationally renowned artists.

  • Continued leading or critical roles after 2008.

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