Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Clothing Distribution (2011): did not establish it had secured sufficient physical
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove it had secured sufficient physical premises for its business, particularly regarding space for inventory. Additionally, the AAO found that the petitioner did not demonstrate that the new U.S. operation would be able to support a managerial or executive position within one year of approval, a key requirement for a 'new office' petition.
Criteria Discussed
Sufficient Physical Premises For A New Office Ability To Support A Managerial Or Executive Position Within One Year Managerial Capacity Executive Capacity
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