Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2016): did not establish the proffered position qualified as a
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position qualified as a specialty occupation. The petitioner did not submit sufficient documentation, such as a business plan or contracts, to demonstrate it had enough H-1B caliber work for the beneficiary for the requested period. Furthermore, the description of the job duties was deemed too generic and lacked the specificity to prove the position required a specialized degree.
Criteria Discussed
Bachelor'S Degree Or Equivalent Is Normal Minimum Requirement Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That They Require A Degree
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