Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2020): did not establish the substantive nature of the work the
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the substantive nature of the work the beneficiary would perform. The submitted contractual agreements were general, redacted, or did not sufficiently detail the specific services, duties, or the beneficiary's confirmed placement, precluding a determination that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Employer-Employee Relationship Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree As Normal Minimum Requirement Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Specialized And Complex Duties
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