Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Unknown: the petitioner did not file the I-129 petition to change
Decision Summary
The appeal was rejected because the petitioner did not file the I-129 petition to change the beneficiary's status from specialized knowledge (L-1B) to managerial (L-1A) at least six months prior to the expiration of her five-year stay, as required by regulations. The AAO also noted the appeal was moot because the beneficiary had subsequently adjusted her status to an immigrant.
Criteria Discussed
Timely Filing For Change Of Status From L-1B To L-1A Eligibility For 7-Year Maximum Stay
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