Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2020): the appeal was dismissed due to unresolved inconsistencies
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed due to unresolved inconsistencies regarding the minimum educational requirements for the position, as stated by the petitioner, vendor, and end-client. Additionally, the petitioner failed to establish the role as a specialty occupation because the acceptance of a general degree, such as business administration, does not meet the legal requirement for a degree in a specific specialty directly related to the job duties.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
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