dismissed H-1B

dismissed H-1B Case: Marketing

📅 Date unknown 👤 Company 📂 Marketing

Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of marketing and publicity manager qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the petitioner did not meet any of the four regulatory criteria, noting that the Occupational Outlook Handbook does not require a degree for the role and the petitioner provided insufficient evidence to prove a degree was an industry standard or that the specific duties were complex enough to necessitate a degree.

Criteria Discussed

Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That They Require A Degree

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