Dismissed
L-1B
L-1B Dismissed โ Aviation (2023): did not establish the beneficiary possesses the required
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possesses the required 'specialized knowledge.' The petitioner did not adequately articulate the nature of its products, services, or internal processes to demonstrate how the beneficiary's knowledge was special or advanced compared to others in the industry. The evidence provided, such as a recent training record, was insufficient to prove the beneficiary had acquired and utilized this specialized knowledge throughout their foreign employment.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge Special Knowledge Advanced Knowledge Qualifying Relationship
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