dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Finance
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of Financial & Operations Controller qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director determined the position was not a specialty occupation, and on appeal, the petitioner did not successfully prove that the position meets the regulatory criteria, such as requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field as a normal minimum for entry.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree Duties Are So Specialized And Complex
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