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dismissed H-1B

It Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary is qualified for the proffered position. The direct...
Specialty Occupation Beneficiary Qualifications
dismissed H-1B

Finance Management

· Company
The motion to reopen and reconsider was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the legal requirements. The petitioner did not prese...
Specialty Occupation Motion To Reopen Motion To Reconsider
dismissed H-1B

Accounting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a small retail gasoline and convenience store, failed to establish that its proffered 'Acco...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Education

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered position of a 'Pre-School Teacher' qualifies as a s...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree Duties Are So Specialized And Complex
dismissed H-1B

Education

· Organization
The appeal was dismissed as moot. USCIS records indicated that the beneficiary had already adjusted their status to a lawful permanent resid...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Software Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate it would maintain a valid employer-employee relationship with the bene...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Computer Science

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the director's revocation of the petition was upheld. The director found that the petitioner did not comply...
Compliance With Terms Of H-1B Employment Material Change In Employment Labor Condition Application (Lca) Requirement To File Amended Petition Change In Place Of Employment Wage Requirements
dismissed H-1B

Information Technology

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary qualified for the H-1B cap exemption for holders ...
H-1B Cap Exemption U.S. Master'S Degree Or Higher Cap Definition Of U.S. Institution Of Higher Education
dismissed H-1B

Information Technology

· Company
The director denied the petition because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupatio...
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Or Its Equivalent Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For Entry Into The Particular Position The Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry In Parallel Positions Among Similar Organizations The Employer Normally Requires A Degree Or Its Equivalent For The Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That Knowledge Required To Perform The Duties Is Usually Associated With The Attainment Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree
dismissed H-1B

It/Computer Software

· Company
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide a brief or additional evidence after filing the appeal. The peti...
Failure To Identify Specific Error Of Law Or Fact Failure To Submit A Brief Or Additional Evidence
dismissed H-1B

Medicine

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the matter was deemed moot. After the initial denial, a different employer's H-1B petition for the same ben...
H-1B Numerical Cap Exemption
dismissed H-1B

Dentistry

· Organization
The appeal was dismissed as moot. A subsequent H-1B petition filed by another employer on behalf of the same beneficiary was approved, makin...
H-1B Cap Exemption
dismissed H-1B

Education

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'lead teacher' qualified as a specialty o...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Software Engineering

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that a valid employer-employee relationship would exist with the benefic...
Employer-Employee Relationship United States Employer
dismissed H-1B

Food Service Management

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'Area Manager' qualifies as a specialty o...
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed H-1B

Technology Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the matter was rendered moot. After the director denied the petition, the petitioner filed a subsequent H-1...
Employer-Employee Relationship Mootness
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that it qualifies as a U.S. employer by demonstrating a valid employer-e...
Employer-Employee Relationship
sustained H-1B

Internet Sales

· Company
The director denied the petition, finding that the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary was qualified for the proffered speci...
Beneficiary'S Qualifications
sustained H-1B

Internet Sales

· Company
The director denied the petition, finding that the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary was qualified for the proffered posit...
Beneficiary Qualifications
dismissed H-1B

Retail

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered Accountant position qualifies as a specialty occupati...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Travel Services

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a travel agency, failed to establish that the proffered position of corporate writer qualif...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires Degree Duties Are Specialized And Complex
dismissed H-1B

Television Broadcasting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed as moot. After the initial denial, the petitioner filed a new H-1B petition for the same beneficiary, which was sub...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Computer Science

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because a USCIS site visit revealed that the beneficiary was not working at the location specified in the petition ...
Lca Compliance Employer-Employee Relationship Material Change In Employment
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was dismissed as moot. After the petitioner's H-1B petition was revoked, a different employer filed another H-1B petition for the...
Specialty Occupation Sufficient Work
dismissed H-1B

Education

· Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a learning center classified under 'Child Day Care Services,' failed to establish that the ...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Scrap Metal Export

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove that the proffered 'Logistics Analyst' position qualifies as a specialty occ...
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement For The Position Industry-Common Degree Requirement Or Position'S Complexity Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
dismissed H-1B

Restaurant Management

· Company
The director revoked a previously approved petition after finding that the petitioner violated the terms and conditions of H-1B employment. ...
Violation Of Terms And Conditions Of Approved Petition Beneficiary No Longer Employed In Specified Capacity Statement Of Facts Was Not True And Correct Specialty Occupation Requirements
dismissed H-1B

Wholesale Trade

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, an import and wholesale company, failed to establish that the proffered 'Business & Financi...
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Common To Industry Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
dismissed H-1B

Media

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a cable television network, failed to establish that the proffered 'reporter' position qual...
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed H-1B

Accounting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a small IT services business, failed to establish that the proffered accountant position qu...
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Position Is So Complex Or Unique It Requires A Degree Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex
dismissed H-1B

Management Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of "Associate" qualifies as a specialty occu...
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree Nature Of Specific Duties Is Specialized And Complex Statutory Definition Of Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the procedural requirements for an appeal. Specifically, the petiti...
Specialty Occupation Failure To Identify Specific Error On Appeal
dismissed H-1B

Management Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the director's finding that the proffered position of 'Associate' does no...
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Or Unique Position Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed H-1B

Information Technology

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'QA Healthcare Analyst I ETL Developer' q...
Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Complex/Unique The Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That The Knowledge Required Is Usually Associated With A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree
dismissed H-1B

Information Technology

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'Management Analyst' position qualified as a specialt...
Specialty Occupation Employer-Employee Relationship
dismissed H-1B

Law

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit a valid Labor Condition Application (LCA) that was certified by the U.S. De...
Labor Condition Application (Lca) Specialty Occupation Work
dismissed H-1B

Law

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet its burden of proof. The director initially denied the petition because the p...
Valid Labor Condition Application (Lca) Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Marketing

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a small recreational sporting goods company, failed to establish that the proffered "Market...
Specialty Occupation Requirements Bachelor'S Degree Requirement
dismissed H-1B

Finance

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the director revoked the previously approved petition after an onsite visit and issuance of a Notice of Int...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Art

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to respond to a Request for Evidence (RFE). The RFE sought to clarify a discrepancy r...
Specialty Occupation U.S. Master'S Degree Or Higher Failure To Respond To Rfe
dismissed H-1B

Child Care

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a child care facility, failed to demonstrate that the proffered position of 'Health Consult...
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Or Its Equivalent Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For Entry Into The Particular Position. The Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry In Parallel Positions Among Similar Organizations Or, In The Alternative, An Employer May Show That Its Particular Position Is So Complex Or Unique That It Can Be Performed Only By An Individual With A Degree. The Employer Normally Requires A Degree Or Its Equivalent For The Position. The Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That Knowledge Required To Perform The Duties Is Usually Associated With The Attainment Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree.
dismissed H-1B

Information Technology

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the matter was considered moot. After the initial petition was revoked, another employer filed a new H-1B p...
Mootness
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the matter was deemed moot. After the appeal was filed, the beneficiary was approved for H-1B employment wi...
Specialty Occupation Sufficient Work Employer-Employee Relationship
dismissed H-1B

Entertainment Management

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the matter was considered moot. The petitioner filed a subsequent H-1B petition for the same beneficiary, w...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Health Care

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'Medical and Health Services Manager' qua...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Unique Position Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed H-1B

Law

· Company
The director denied the petition because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possessed the required state license for th...
Beneficiary Qualifications Licensure Requirement
dismissed H-1B

Engineering And Construction

· Company
The appeal was dismissed and the revocation of the H-1B petition was upheld. The director found that the beneficiary was not employed in the...
Employment In The Capacity Specified In The Petition Violation Of Terms And Conditions Of The Approved Petition Misrepresentation Of Material Fact
dismissed H-1B

Software Engineering

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the director's finding that the beneficiary was not qualified for the pro...
Specialty Occupation Definition Position Requiring A Baccalaureate Degree Degree Requirement Common To Industry Employer Normally Requires Degree For The Position Specialized And Complex Duties Beneficiary'S Qualifications
dismissed H-1B

Procurement

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'Procurement-Domestic/International' qual...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Software Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the issue was considered moot. After the initial petition's denial, the petitioner filed a new Form I-129 f...
Valid Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation U.S. Employer Definition
dismissed H-1B

Healthcare

· Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'health educator' position qualifies as a specialty o...
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Or Its Equivalent Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For Entry Into The Particular Position The Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry In Parallel Positions Among Similar Organizations Or The Position Is So Complex Or Unique That It Can Be Performed Only By An Individual With A Degree The Employer Normally Requires A Degree Or Its Equivalent For The Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Is So Specialized And Complex That The Knowledge Required To Perform The Duties Is Usually Associated With The Attainment Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree
dismissed H-1B

Accounting

· Company
The combined motion to reopen and reconsider was dismissed because it was untimely filed. The petitioner submitted the correct form 49 days ...
Timeliness Of Motion Motion To Reopen Motion To Reconsider Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Information Technology

· Company
The appeal was dismissed as moot because the petitioner had filed a separate, new H-1B petition for the same beneficiary, which was approved...
Mootness Material Change In Employment Labor Condition Application (Lca)
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to identify any specific erroneous conclusion of law or statement of fact f...
Specialty Occupation Procedural Requirements For Appeal
dismissed H-1B

Information Technology

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that a valid employer-employee relationship would exist with the benefic...
Employer-Employee Relationship
dismissed H-1B

Computer Science

· Company
The director denied the petition, finding the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation...
Specialty Occupation Beneficiary Qualifications U.S. Employer Definition
dismissed H-1B

Computer Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the director's reasons for denial. The petitioner did not successfully es...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Computer Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the director's findings. The petitioner did not successfully establish th...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Computer Science

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove two primary points. The evidence did not establish that a valid employer-emp...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation Availability Of Work
dismissed H-1B

Computer Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the Director's grounds for denial. The Director originally denied the pet...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Healthcare Technology Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'Business/Management Analyst' qualifies a...
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'solutions architect' qualifies as a spec...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Common To Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree Nature Of Duties Is Specialized And Complex
dismissed H-1B

Computer Systems Analyst

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of Computer Systems Analyst qualifies as a s...
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Complex/Unique Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Nature Of Duties Are Specialized And Complex
sustained H-1B

Unknown

· Company
The appeal was sustained because the petitioner successfully demonstrated that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation. U...
Specialty Occupation Definition Position'S Specialized And Complex Duties (8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)) Beneficiary'S Educational Credentials
dismissed H-1B

Information Technology

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'Computer User Program Analyst/Support' q...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Business Intelligence

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the existence of a valid employer-employee relationship with the benefic...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation. Additio...
Beneficiary Qualifications Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Computer Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the director's grounds for denial. The petitioner did not establish the e...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Computer Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the director's grounds for denial. The petitioner did not establish the e...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Acupuncture

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'Acupuncturist' position qualifies as a specialty occ...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that specialty occupation work was available at the time of filing and t...
Specialty Occupation Beneficiary Qualifications Employer-Employee Relationship Availability Of Work
dismissed H-1B

Computer Science

· Company
The director denied the petition for failing to establish that a reasonable and credible job offer existed for the beneficiary at the end-cl...
Bona Fide Job Offer Employer-Employee Relationship Availability Of Work
dismissed H-1B

It Consulting

· Company
The director denied the petition after finding that the petitioner, an IT consulting company, failed to establish that it would have a valid...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Software Quality Assurance

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish two independent grounds for eligibility. The director determined the pet...
Employer-Employee Relationship Beneficiary Qualifications
dismissed H-1B

Computer Programming

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'computer programmer' position qualifies as a special...
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement For Entry Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree Nature Of Duties Are Specialized And Complex
dismissed H-1B

Chandelier Manufacturing

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'Market Research Analyst' qualifies as a ...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Wholesale Trade

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered position of 'wholesale purchasing agent' qualifies ...
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Complexity And Specialization Of Duties
dismissed H-1B

Investment

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of Market Research Analyst qualifies as a sp...
Specialty Occupation Educational Requirements
dismissed H-1B

Gasoline Business

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of Financial Manager qualifies as a specialt...
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Or Its Equivalent Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For Entry Into The Particular Position The Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry In Parallel Positions Among Similar Organizations Or, In The Alternative, An Employer May Show That Its Particular Position Is So Complex Or Unique That It Can Be Performed Only By An Individual With A Degree The Employer Normally Requires A Degree Or Its Equivalent For The Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That Knowledge Required To Perform The Duties Is Usually Associated With The Attainment Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree
dismissed H-1B

Food Services

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a food services business, failed to establish that its proffered 'business analyst' positio...
Specialty Occupation
sustained H-1B

Unknown

· Company
The director initially denied the petition, concluding that the evidence did not establish that the beneficiary was qualified to perform the...
Beneficiary Qualifications
dismissed H-1B

Accounting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed and the petition's revocation was upheld because the director determined the initial approval was a gross error. Th...
Revocation For Gross Error Beneficiary Qualifications Foreign Degree Equivalency Experience Equivalent To A Degree
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'business analyst' position qualifies as a specialty ...
Normal Degree Requirement For The Particular Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or Position Is Uniquely Complex Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of Duties Are So Specialized And Complex To Require A Degree
dismissed H-1B

It Services

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit a valid Labor Condition Application (LCA) for the beneficiary's actual work...
Validity Of Labor Condition Application (Lca) Eligibility At Time Of Filing Change Of Work Location
dismissed H-1B

Market Research

· Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'Market Research Analyst' position qualifies as a spe...
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Bachelor'S Degree Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
dismissed H-1B

Beauty Supplies

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'Administrative Manager' position qualifies as a spec...
Normal Minimum Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Or Position Is Uniquely Complex Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That They Require A Degree
dismissed H-1B

Accounting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary qualified for the H-1B Master's Cap exemption at th...
H-1B Master'S Cap Exemption
dismissed H-1B

Financial Consulting

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a small financial consulting business, failed to establish that the proffered position of '...
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Industry-Common Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
dismissed H-1B

Jewelry Wholesale

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'Accounting Clerk' qualifies as a special...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Position Complexity Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed H-1B

Information Technology

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'Senior Programmer Analyst' qualifies as ...
Specialty Occupation Employer-Employee Relationship
dismissed H-1B

Publishing

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of Computer Graphic Designer qualifies as a ...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed H-1B

Law

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'EB-5 Paralegal' position qualifies as a specialty oc...
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For Entry Into The Particular Position. The Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry In Parallel Positions Among Similar Organizations, Or The Position Is So Complex Or Unique That It Can Only Be Performed By An Individual With A Degree. The Employer Normally Requires A Degree Or Its Equivalent For The Position. The Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That The Knowledge Required To Perform The Duties Is Usually Associated With The Attainment Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree.
dismissed H-1B

Restaurant Management

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, an Italian market and restaurant, failed to establish that the proffered 'operations manage...
Normal Minimum Requirement For The Position Is A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry For Parallel Positions Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That The Knowledge Required Is Usually Associated With A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was dismissed as moot. The AAO noted that another H-1B petition filed by a different employer for the same beneficiary had alread...
Specialty Occupation Mootness
dismissed H-1B

Medicine

· Organization
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a physician's office, failed to establish it qualified for an exemption from the H-1B numer...
H-1B Cap Exemption Nonprofit Entity Affiliation With An Institution Of Higher Education
dismissed H-1B

Engineering

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of composites engineer qualifies as a specia...
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Bachelor'S Degree Degree Requirement Common To Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex As To Require A Degree
dismissed H-1B

Computer Science

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, an 11-employee supermarket, failed to establish that the proffered 'Computer Systems Analys...
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Minimum Degree Requirement Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed H-1B

Law

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'Law Clerk' position qualifies as a specialty occupat...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Complexity And Specialization Of Duties
dismissed H-1B

Software Development

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered software engineer position qualifies as a specialty o...
Specialty Occupation Definition 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)
dismissed H-1B

Retail Management

· Company
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of "Sales Manager" for a convenience store a...
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Or Its Equivalent Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For Entry Into The Particular Position The Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry In Parallel Positions Among Similar Organizations Or The Position Is So Complex Or Unique That It Can Be Performed Only By An Individual With A Degree The Employer Normally Requires A Degree Or Its Equivalent For The Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That Knowledge Required To Perform The Duties Is Usually Associated With The Attainment Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree

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