Remanded
H-1B
H-1B Remanded — Athletics: the AAO found the petitioner successfully established the
Decision Summary
The appeal was remanded because the AAO found the petitioner successfully established the assistant women's tennis coach position as a specialty occupation, disagreeing with the director's initial denial. However, the case was sent back because the evidence was insufficient to demonstrate that the beneficiary was qualified for the position, as her business degree was not in a specialty directly related to the coaching duties.
Criteria Discussed
Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Is The Normal Minimum Requirement Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of Specific Duties Is So Specialized And Complex
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