dismissed H-1B

dismissed H-1B Case: Hotel Management

📅 Date unknown 👤 Company 📂 Hotel Management

Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of a hotel manager qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director determined that a bachelor's degree in a specific field is not a standard minimum requirement for such positions in the industry, referencing the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook. The petitioner also failed to demonstrate that the specific duties of this particular position were so complex or unique as to necessitate a degree.

Criteria Discussed

Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex They Require A Degree

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