dismissed
L-1A
dismissed L-1A Case: Food Import/Export
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the new U.S. operation would support a managerial or executive position within one year. The petitioner did not provide a comprehensive business plan, evidence of the size of the U.S. investment, or other documentation to show a realistic expectation that the new office would grow to a point where it would require a manager performing primarily qualifying duties.
Criteria Discussed
New Office Requirements Support For A Managerial/Executive Position Within One Year Sufficient Physical Premises Size Of U.S. Investment Financial Ability Of Foreign Entity Business Plan
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