dismissed
L-1B
dismissed L-1B Case: Solar Energy
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possessed the requisite specialized knowledge for the L-1B visa category. The director determined, and the AAO concurred, that the evidence provided did not sufficiently demonstrate that the beneficiary's knowledge of solar technology was unique or advanced within the petitioning organization, distinguishing it from general knowledge common throughout the industry.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge
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