Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2015): did not establish the proffered position qualifies as a
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The evidence, particularly the description of job duties, was found to be too generalized and abstract to establish the depth, complexity, and specialization necessary to require a bachelor's degree in a specific field.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Uniquely Complex Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex
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