Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Retail: 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. company and the foreign entity. The petitioner submitted contradictory and inconsistent evidence regarding the ownership structure of the two companies, failing to meet the regulatory requirements for a parent, subsidiary, or affiliate relationship.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Relationship Managerial Or Executive Capacity One Year Of Prior Employment Abroad
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