Dismissed
E-2
E-2 Dismissed — Culinary Arts (2023): the AAO lacks jurisdiction over this type of case
Decision Summary
The appeal was rejected because the AAO lacks jurisdiction over this type of case. The beneficiary entered the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Program and is therefore ineligible to change status. Furthermore, denials of change of status applications are not appealable.
Criteria Discussed
Change Of Status Eligibility Visa Waiver Program Limitations Aao Jurisdiction
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