H-1B Dismissed — Unknown (2007): the appeal was rejected on procedural grounds because it

Decision Summary

The appeal was rejected on procedural grounds because it was filed by the beneficiary, who is not a recognized party to file an appeal. The AAO also noted that, even if filed correctly, the appeal would have been dismissed on the merits because the beneficiary was not in valid H-1B status at the time the extension petition was filed, rendering him ineligible for an extension beyond the six-year limit.

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