Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2020): the petitioner provided inconsistent information regarding
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner provided inconsistent information regarding the proffered position's duties and minimum educational requirements. The petitioner changed the job duties, the time allocation for tasks, and the required degree from a bachelor's to a master's, which undermined the reliability of the evidence and made it impossible to determine if the position qualified as a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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