Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Information Technology (2023): did not establish a qualifying affiliate relationship with
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the Petitioner failed to establish a qualifying affiliate relationship with the Beneficiary's foreign employer. The AAO concluded that the U.S. and foreign entities were not owned and controlled by the same individual or group of individuals, as the ownership structures and control mechanisms were different and did not meet the regulatory definition.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Relationship Affiliate Relationship Common Ownership And Control New Office Requirements Capital Contributions
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