Remanded
H-1B
H-1B Remanded — Civil Engineering (2007): the director's decision was withdrawn and the case was
Decision Summary
The director's decision was withdrawn and the case was remanded. The AAO determined that the civil engineer position does qualify as a specialty occupation, contrary to the director's finding. However, the case was remanded to address a new issue: whether the beneficiary is qualified to perform the services, as it appears a state license is required to practice engineering in Texas and the record did not contain evidence of such a license.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Minimum Degree Requirement Beneficiary Qualifications State Licensure Requirement
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