Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Semiconductor Research: did not establish three key requirements identified by the
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish three key requirements identified by the director. The petitioner did not prove that the beneficiary was employed in a primarily managerial or executive capacity abroad, that the new U.S. office would support such a position within one year, or that a qualifying relationship existed between the U.S. and foreign entities.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Or Executive Capacity (Abroad) Managerial Or Executive Capacity (U.S.) New Office Requirements Qualifying Relationship
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