sustained
H-1B
sustained H-1B Case: Fashion Design
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Decision Summary
The director denied the petition, concluding the proffered position of fashion designer was not a specialty occupation. The AAO sustained the appeal, finding that while not all fashion designer roles qualify, this specific position involved duties of such complexity (designing for high-end retailers) that it required a baccalaureate degree, thus meeting the criteria for a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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