Dismissed
L-1B
L-1B Dismissed — Broadcasting (2007): the beneficiary had reached the five-year maximum period of
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the beneficiary had reached the five-year maximum period of stay allowed for an L-1B specialized knowledge employee. The petitioner's attempt to recapture time spent outside the U.S. was rejected as it was raised for the first time on appeal and lacked sufficient documentary evidence to prove the absences.
Criteria Discussed
Maximum Period Of Stay Recapture Of Time Spent Abroad Amending Petition On Appeal
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