dismissed
L-1B
dismissed L-1B Case: Information Technology
Decision Summary
The AAO affirmed the director's denial because the arrangement was deemed an impermissible 'labor for hire' or 'job shop' scenario under the L-1 Visa Reform Act. The petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary's placement at a third-party worksite was for providing a service requiring specialized knowledge specific to the petitioner. The director also found that the beneficiary did not possess the requisite specialized knowledge.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge L-1 Visa Reform Act Third-Party Worksite Placement Control And Supervision Labor For Hire
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