dismissed
L-1B
dismissed L-1B Case: Astronomy
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possesses specialized knowledge. The Director and the AAO found that the evidence did not demonstrate the beneficiary's knowledge was 'special' or 'advanced' compared to others in the field, which is a core requirement for the L-1B classification.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge Employment Abroad In A Specialized Knowledge Capacity Proposed Employment In A Specialized Knowledge Capacity
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