Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Import/Export (2022): did not establish the beneficiary was employed abroad in a
Decision Summary
The motion was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary was employed abroad in a qualifying executive capacity. The evidence submitted, including invoices and bills of lading, suggested the beneficiary was heavily involved in day-to-day operational tasks rather than primarily performing high-level executive duties related to setting broad goals and policies for the organization.
Criteria Discussed
Employment In A Managerial Or Executive Capacity Abroad One Year Of Continuous Employment Abroad Duties Are Primarily Executive/Managerial New Office Requirements
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