Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Apparel Wholesale (2008): did not meet the specific requirements for a new office
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the specific requirements for a new office petition. The petitioner did not demonstrate that the U.S. operation would support an executive or managerial position within one year of approval, nor did it prove that sufficient physical premises to house the new office had been secured.
Criteria Discussed
New Office Requirements Managerial Or Executive Capacity Ability To Support Position Within One Year Sufficient Physical Premises
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