Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2020): did not establish sufficient evidence to prove the
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation, particularly as the work was for an offsite end-client. The duties provided by the end-client were overly generalized and did not establish that the position's tasks were so specialized and complex as to require a bachelor's degree in a specific field.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Employer-Employee Relationship Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Common To Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree Specialized And Complex Duties
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