Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Business (2017): did not establish a qualifying relationship between the U.S
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish a qualifying relationship between the U.S. and foreign entities, as the stock certificate was issued to an individual without proof of consideration. Additionally, the petitioner did not provide evidence that sufficient physical premises had been secured for the new office or that the new office would support a managerial position within one year.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Relationship Employment Abroad In A Managerial/Executive Capacity Sufficient Physical Premises New Office Will Support Managerial/Executive Position
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