dismissed
L-1A
dismissed L-1A Case: Car Wash
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Decision Summary
Although the AAO found that the petitioner established the beneficiary was employed abroad in a managerial capacity, the appeal was dismissed. The petitioner failed to demonstrate that the new U.S. office, a car wash, would realistically develop to a point where it could support a primarily managerial position within one year, as required for a new office L-1A petition.
Criteria Discussed
Employment Abroad In A Managerial/Executive Capacity New Office Will Support A Managerial/Executive Position Within One Year
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