Sustained
H-1B
H-1B Sustained — International Trade (2007): the director denied the petition, finding that the
Decision Summary
The director denied the petition, finding that the proffered 'Export Trade Specialist' position was not a specialty occupation because it did not require a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The AAO sustained the appeal and approved the petition, disagreeing with the director's determination and concluding that the position did, in fact, qualify as a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(2) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(3) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)
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