Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Photography (2009): did not establish three key points: that the beneficiary
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish three key points: that the beneficiary was employed abroad in a primarily managerial or executive capacity; that the new U.S. entity would support such a position within one year; and that a qualifying corporate relationship existed between the U.S. and foreign entities.
Criteria Discussed
Prior Employment In A Managerial/Executive Capacity New Office Requirements Qualifying Relationship
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