dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Information Technology
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove the proffered 'software developer' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The record lacked sufficient detail about the substantive nature of the work, with contracts and statements of work being too general and failing to describe specific projects, tasks, or duration. The AAO also questioned the credibility of the end-client's letter describing the job duties.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Employer-Employee Relationship
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