dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Computer Science
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'programmer analyst' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the evidence, including the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook which states not all computer programmers require a bachelor's degree, was insufficient to prove that a bachelor's degree in a specific field is the normal minimum requirement for this particular role.
Criteria Discussed
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(2)
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