H-1B Sustained — Software Development (2020): the initial denial was based on the conclusion that the

Decision Summary

The initial denial was based on the conclusion that the Beneficiary was not qualified to perform services in a specialty occupation. The AAO sustained the appeal because its review of the Beneficiary's academic credentials established that their foreign degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in a related specialty, thus qualifying them for the position.

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