dismissed
L-1A
dismissed L-1A Case: Retail
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the beneficiary would be employed in a primarily managerial or executive capacity, which is a requirement for the L-1A visa classification. The director concluded that the evidence provided did not sufficiently demonstrate that the beneficiary's role as president and general manager of a gas station and convenience store consisted mainly of qualifying high-level duties rather than performing day-to-day operational tasks.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Capacity Executive Capacity New Office Extension Requirements Staffing Levels
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