dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Software Development
Decision Summary
The Director's denial was upheld because the petitioner failed to establish two key requirements. First, it did not prove it would maintain a valid employer-employee relationship with the beneficiary, who was to work at an off-site client location. Second, the petitioner did not demonstrate that the proffered 'Programmer Analyst' position qualifies as a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
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