Sustained
H-1B
H-1B Sustained โ Specialty Occupation (2022): the AAO found the record sufficient to demonstrate that the
Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because upon de novo review, the AAO found the record sufficient to demonstrate that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The evidence established that the position requires the theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge and the attainment of at least a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Highly Specialized Knowledge Bachelor'S Degree Requirement
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