Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Dentistry (2017): the AAO determined the petitioner and another company were
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the AAO determined the petitioner and another company were "related entities" that improperly filed multiple H-1B petitions for the same beneficiary without a legitimate business need. The decision was further supported by significant discrepancies in the record regarding the terms of employment, including hours, pay rates, and pay statements, which undermined the credibility of the job offer.
Criteria Discussed
Multiple Petitions By Related Entities Legitimate Business Need Credible Offer Of Employment Concurrent Employment Acwia Fee
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