Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Import/Export (2006): did not establish the proffered position of a bilingual
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of a bilingual business contract administrator and advisor qualifies as a 'specialty occupation'. The AAO concluded that the petitioner did not meet any of the four regulatory criteria, such as demonstrating that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is the normal minimum requirement for the position or that the duties are sufficiently complex to necessitate such a degree.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Requirement For The Position Is A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That They Require A Degree
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