dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Dentistry
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'dental specialist/researcher' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director initially denied the petition because the duties appeared to constitute the practice of dentistry, for which the beneficiary lacked the required State of California dental license, a finding the petitioner did not overcome on appeal.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Licensing Requirements
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