H-1B Remanded — Telecommunications (2020): the decision was remanded because the record was

Decision Summary

The decision was remanded because the record was insufficient for the AAO to determine if the position qualified as a specialty occupation. The key issue was a potential mismatch between the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code on the certified Labor Condition Application (LCA) and the actual job duties described. The case was sent back to the Director to first determine if the LCA corresponds to the position before making a new decision on the specialty occupation claim.

Criteria Discussed

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