Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Accounting (2015): did not establish the proffered accountant position
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered accountant position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The evidence of record did not demonstrate that the duties of the position were sufficiently complex or specialized to require a bachelor's degree in a specific field as a minimum for entry.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree Duties Are So Specialized And Complex As To Require A Degree
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