Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Dairy Products / Travel Services: 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. The director determined, and the AAO agreed, that operating as a franchise negated the required level of control by the foreign parent company, as the franchise agreement took away control of the organization.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Relationship Managerial Or Executive Capacity New Office Extension Requirements
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