dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Software Development
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Decision Summary
The Director approved the H-1B petition but denied the beneficiary's request to change status. The appeal was rejected because regulations state there is no appeal from a denial of an application for a change of status, and the AAO does not have appellate jurisdiction over such matters.
Criteria Discussed
Change Of Status Appellate Jurisdiction
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