dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Meteorology
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to obtain a certified Labor Condition Application (LCA) prior to filing the H-1B petition, as required by regulation. The LCA submitted by the petitioner was certified after the petition's filing date, and regulations mandate that eligibility must be established at the time the petition is filed.
Criteria Discussed
Pre-Filed Certified Labor Condition Application (Lca)
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