Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Restaurant (2004): did not establish a qualifying relationship between the U.S
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish a qualifying relationship between the U.S. and foreign entities. The director concluded that the U.S. and Canadian entities did not have the common ownership and control required to be considered affiliates under the regulations.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Organization Affiliate Relationship Common Ownership And Control
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