Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed โ Coffee Importing (2021): did not establish a qualifying relationship with the
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish a qualifying relationship with the foreign entity due to contradictory ownership documents. The evidence provided was inconsistent regarding the ownership and control of the U.S. entity. Additionally, the petitioner did not sufficiently prove that the beneficiary's employment abroad was, or the proposed U.S. position would be, primarily in a managerial capacity.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Relationship Managerial Capacity New Office Requirements
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