Dismissed
L-1B
L-1B Dismissed โ Architectural Stone (2009): did not establish the beneficiary possesses specialized
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possesses specialized knowledge as required for the L-1B visa classification. The director concluded, and the AAO agreed, that the evidence did not prove the beneficiary's knowledge was special or that his proposed role as a special projects administrator required a level of knowledge beyond what is generally found in the industry.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge Qualifying Employment Abroad Qualifying U.S. Position
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