Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Language Education (2015): did not establish the proffered 'Japanese Language
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a Japanese language school, failed to prove that the proffered 'Japanese Language Instructor' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director concluded, and the AAO agreed, that the evidence did not demonstrate that a bachelor's degree or its equivalent is the minimum requirement for entry into this occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Minimum Degree Requirement For The Position Common Degree Requirement For The Industry
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