Remanded
L-1A
L-1A Remanded — Engineering (2020): the Director's decision was withdrawn and the case remanded
Decision Summary
The Director's decision was withdrawn and the case remanded because the Director incorrectly analyzed the L-1A (managerial/executive) petition using the criteria for an L-1B (specialized knowledge) visa. The AAO instructed the Director to re-adjudicate the petition under the correct L-1A standard, while noting that the current record was insufficient to demonstrate the beneficiary would act in a managerial capacity.
Criteria Discussed
One Year Of Qualifying Employment Abroad Managerial Or Executive Capacity (Abroad And U.S.) Distinction Between L-1A And L-1B Petitions Specialized Knowledge (Improperly Applied)
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