Criterion 10 of 10
View Evidence ChecklistCommercial Success in Performing Arts
Do you have box office success? (For performing artists).
Evidence Strength Examples
USCIS evaluates the strength of your evidence. Here's what they look for:
High Evidence Strength
Strong evidence that clearly demonstrates extraordinary ability
Blockbuster movies, platinum records, or sold-out national/international tours.
Medium Evidence Strength
Moderate evidence that may need additional documentation
Steady sales for regional tours or consistent streaming numbers.
Low Evidence Strength
Weak evidence that typically doesn't meet USCIS standards
Performances in small venues with low ticket sales.
How to Document This Criterion
Evidence to Collect
Types of documentation USCIS looks for
- Box office receipts and ticket sales data
- Streaming numbers (Spotify, Apple Music, etc.)
- Record sales certifications (gold, platinum)
- Contracts showing compensation tied to commercial success
- Charts and rankings (Billboard, box office rankings)
Pro Tips
Expert advice for stronger documentation
- 💡Focus on YOUR contribution to commercial success
- 💡Include industry comparisons showing above-average performance
- 💡Document sustained success over multiple projects
- 💡Highlight major commercial milestones (platinum, sold-out tours)