dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Tennis And Fitness
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of a director at a tennis and fitness center qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that the position's duties were more akin to those of a sports instructor, for which a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is not a standard requirement, and the petitioner did not meet any of the regulatory criteria to prove otherwise.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Position Is Uniquely Complex Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Duties Are Specialized And Complex
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