In order to qualify for the EB1A, you must prove each of the following
- Sustained international/national acclaim for your achievements
- You will continue to work in your field in the United States
- You and your work will benefit the Unites States
You must also prove, receipt of noteworthy one-time achievement (Nobel Prize, Olympic Gold Medal, Oscar, etc.) or you meet at least three of the Extraordinary Ability criteria below:
- Receipt of lesser national or international prizes or awards for excellence in your field
- Membership in an association that requiere outstanding achievement in the field
- Published material about you and your work in professional trade journals/major media
- Your participation as a judge of the work of others in the same/related field
- Evidence of original contributions of major significance in your field
- Authorship of scholarly articles in the field – published in professional journals or other major media.
- Evidence that your work has been displayed at artistic exhibitions or showcases
- Performance in a significant role for organizations/establishments with a distinguished reputation
- Receipt of a salary or remuneration higher then is usual in the field
- Commercial success in the performing arts, shown by box office receipts, sales records, CD, or video sales
- Other comparable evidence if above types of evidence do not readily apply to your occupation