Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Dentistry: it was filed untimely
Decision Summary
The appeal was rejected because it was filed untimely. The director's decision was mailed on May 20, 2004, but the appeal was received 35 days later on June 24, 2004, which is outside the 33-day period allowed for filing (30 days plus a 3-day grace period for mail service).
Criteria Discussed
Timeliness Of Appeal Motion To Reopen Or Reconsider
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