Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Retail (2018): the appeal was dismissed due to fundamental inconsistencies
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed due to fundamental inconsistencies in the record regarding the nature of the business, its physical premises, and its business plan. The petitioner also failed to demonstrate sufficient investment capital and did not include the beneficiary's proposed position in its personnel plans, undermining the claim that the new office could support a managerial or executive role within one year.
Criteria Discussed
New Office Requirements Managerial Capacity Executive Capacity Ability To Support A Managerial/Executive Position Within One Year
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