H-1B Dismissed — Fashion (2017): did not establish the proffered position of "international

Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of "international client relations associate" qualified as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that the petitioner did not prove that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is the normal minimum requirement for the position, which was categorized as a "Meeting, Convention, and Event Planner." Citing the Occupational Outlook Handbook, the decision noted that while a bachelor's degree is common, one in a specific specialty is not required for entry into the occupation.

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