Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — General Merchandising (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 beneficiary's foreign employer. The petitioner submitted inconsistent, conflicting, and insufficient evidence regarding its ownership structure, and therefore could not prove the common ownership and control required for an affiliate relationship.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Relationship Managerial Capacity (Abroad) Managerial Capacity (U.S.) New Office
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