Date of Decision: February 6, 2020
Service Center: Texas Service Center
Form Type: Form I-140
Case Type: EB1 Extraordinary Ability
Petitioner Information
Profession: Fashion Model
Field: Fashion
Nationality: Not specified
Summary of Decision
Initial Decision: Denied
Appeal Outcome: Denied
Evidentiary Criteria Analysis
Criteria Met:
Artistic display of work: The petitioner fulfilled the criterion for the artistic display of his work at 8 C.F.R. § 204.5(h)(3)(vii).
Criteria Not Met:
The petitioner did not meet any other criteria beyond the artistic display of work.
Key Points from the Decision
Awards and Prizes Won:
The petitioner submitted documentation regarding participation in events such as a 2018 pageant in Poland and the 2018 Influencer Program.
Published Materials About the Petitioner:
Screenshots from various websites reporting on the pageant and other events.
Original Contributions of Major Significance:
Not specified or evidenced in the appeal.
Participation as a Judge:
Not specified or evidenced in the appeal.
Membership in Associations:
Not specified or evidenced in the appeal.
Authorship of Scholarly Articles:
Not specified or evidenced in the appeal.
Leading or Critical Role Performed:
Not specified or evidenced in the appeal.
Artistic Exhibitions or Showcases:
Events mentioned were after the petition filing date.
Evidence of High Salary or Remuneration:
Not specified or evidenced in the appeal.
Commercial Successes in the Performing Arts:
Not specified or evidenced in the appeal.
Supporting Documentation
Exhibits A-1, B-1, and C-1: The petitioner listed these exhibits in the appeal but did not specifically address the Director’s findings or submit a supporting brief.
Conclusion
Final Determination: The appeal is dismissed.
Reasoning:
The petitioner did not identify any specific erroneous conclusion of law or statement of fact as a basis for the appeal. The petitioner did not provide additional evidence or a brief in support of the appeal.
Next Steps:
It is recommended that the petitioner carefully review the evidentiary criteria and ensure that all necessary documentation and arguments are included in any future filings or appeals.
