Date of Decision: MAY 19, 2022
Service Center: Nebraska Service Center
Form Type: Form I-140
Case Type: EB1 Extraordinary Ability
Petitioner Information
Profession: Writer and Filmmaker
Field: Literature and Film
Nationality: Not Specified
Summary of Decision
Initial Decision: Denied
Appeal Outcome: Dismissed
Evidentiary Criteria Analysis
Criteria Met:
Lesser nationally or internationally recognized awards: The Petitioner met this criterion through evidence of awards in the field.
Published material: The Petitioner met this criterion through evidence of published material about his work.
Criteria Not Met:
Participation as a judge: The evidence did not sufficiently demonstrate the Petitioner’s role as a judge of others’ work.
Original contributions: The documentation lacked specific examples of contributions of major significance.
Artistic exhibitions or showcases: The evidence did not confirm that the Petitioner’s work was displayed at recognized artistic exhibitions or showcases.
Key Points from the Decision
Awards and Prizes Won: The Petitioner provided evidence of lesser nationally or internationally recognized awards, which was accepted as fulfilling one criterion.
Published Materials About the Petitioner: Evidence of published materials about the Petitioner’s work was found sufficient to meet this criterion.
Original Contributions of Major Significance: The evidence provided was not sufficient to demonstrate that the Petitioner’s contributions had a major significance in his field. The reference letters lacked specific examples and impact statements necessary to meet this criterion.
Participation as a Judge: The documentation did not provide sufficient details regarding the Petitioner’s activities as a judge, including the specific duties and names of the individuals judged.
Membership in Associations: There was no evidence provided to support this criterion.
Authorship of Scholarly Articles: The documentation did not provide sufficient detail to meet this criterion.
Leading or Critical Role Performed: The evidence was not sufficient to demonstrate a leading or critical role in distinguished organizations.
Artistic Exhibitions or Showcases: The evidence provided did not sufficiently prove that the Petitioner’s work was displayed at artistic exhibitions or showcases.
Evidence of High Salary or Remuneration: There was no evidence provided to support this criterion.
Commercial Successes in the Performing Arts: The evidence was not sufficient to demonstrate commercial success in the performing arts.
Supporting Documentation
- Letters of Recommendation: Praised the Petitioner’s work but lacked specific examples of significant impact.
- Film Festival Program: Insufficient to confirm the Petitioner’s participation in artistic showcases.
- Published Articles: Provided evidence of recognition but did not demonstrate major significance in the field.
Conclusion
Final Determination: The appeal is dismissed.
Reasoning: The Petitioner did not meet at least three of the required evidentiary criteria. The evidence provided lacked specific details and impact statements necessary to demonstrate extraordinary ability.
Next Steps: The Petitioner may seek additional evidence or alternative immigration pathways if applicable.
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Cite as Matter of G-M-, ID# 19646197
Document: MAY192022_03B2203