dismissed
L-1A
dismissed L-1A Case: Consumer Products
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to timely file a petition to change the beneficiary's status from L-1B (specialized knowledge) to L-1A (managerial). The director determined the petition was not filed at least six months prior to the beneficiary reaching the five-year maximum stay for L-1B status, as required by 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(l)(15)(ii) to be eligible for the seven-year total stay.
Criteria Discussed
Maximum Period Of Stay For L-1B Change Of Status From L-1B To L-1A Timely Filing For Extension Managerial Capacity Employment Duration Extension Of Stay Vs. New Employment Petition
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