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dismissed
H-1B
Education
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a Montessori school, failed to establish that the proffered position of 'program director' ...
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Nature Of Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Software Development
The appeal was summarily dismissed on procedural grounds. The petitioner failed to submit a brief, evidence, or a statement specifically ide...
Failure To Identify Error Of Law Or Fact In Appeal Beneficiary Qualifications For Specialty Occupation
dismissed
H-1B
Software Development
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of software engineer 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 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.
dismissed
H-1B
Business Development
The appeal was dismissed because the Director concluded the petitioner did not establish that the proffered position of 'business developmen...
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement For Position Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Industrial Resources
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'pricing analyst' qualifies as a specialt...
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
dismissed
H-1B
Conflict Resolution
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that it was exempt from the H-1B numerical cap. The petitioner claimed t...
H-1B Cap Exemption Nonprofit Research Organization
dismissed
H-1B
Technical Sales
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'technical sales representative' qualifie...
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
dismissed
H-1B
Travel And Tour Services
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'Operations Manager' qualifies as a speci...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
sustained
H-1B
Not Specified
The appeal was sustained upon de novo review of additional evidence submitted on appeal and in response to an RFE. The AAO concluded that th...
Specialty Occupation Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Beneficiary Qualifications
dismissed
H-1B
Internet Services
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish a valid employer-employee relationship. The Director found, and the AAO ...
Employer-Employee Relationship Right To Control
dismissed
H-1B
Business Operations
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner violated the terms and conditions of the H-1B petition. A site visit and review of wage reco...
Uscis Authority For Site Visits Compliance With Worksite Location Terms Compliance With Proffered Wage Terms
dismissed
H-1B
Software Development
The appeal was summarily dismissed on procedural grounds. The Petitioner failed to identify any specific erroneous conclusion of law or stat...
Failure To Identify Erroneous Conclusion Of Law Or Statement Of Fact For The Appeal
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'DCNI Network Engineer' qualifies as a sp...
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
dismissed
H-1B
Biopharmaceutical
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'Senior Research Scientist' qualifies as ...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Common To Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires Degree Specialized And Complex Duties Require Degree
dismissed
H-1B
Software Development
The appeal was summarily dismissed on procedural grounds. The petitioner failed to specifically identify any erroneous conclusion of law or ...
Specialty Occupation Labor Condition Application Correspondence Failure To Identify Error On Appeal
dismissed
H-1B
Systems Analysis
The appeal was summarily dismissed on procedural grounds. The petitioner failed to identify any specific erroneous conclusion of law or stat...
Failure To Identify Error On Appeal
sustained
H-1B
Civil Construction
The Director initially denied the petition, concluding the proffered position was not a specialty occupation. On appeal, the petitioner subm...
Specialty Occupation 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)
dismissed
H-1B
Education
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a non-profit educational provider, failed to establish that the proffered 'Assistant Teache...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Software Development
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the proffered position as a specialty occupation. The petitioner did not...
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Common To Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree Specialized And Complex Nature Of Duties Beneficiary Qualifications
dismissed
H-1B
Marketing
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to credibly establish the beneficiary's academic qualifications. The Director revoked...
Beneficiary Qualifications Fraud
dismissed
H-1B
Intellectual Property Law
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'patent specialist' position qualifies as a specialty...
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology Consulting
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to address multiple grounds for denial. The Director concluded, and the AAO affirmed,...
Specialty Occupation Itinerary Lca Correspondence Beneficiary Qualifications
dismissed
H-1B
Software Development
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit a brief, additional evidence, or a statement identifying any spec...
Employer-Employee Relationship Failure To Identify Error On Appeal
dismissed
H-1B
Equine Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered "barn manager" position qualifies as a specialty occu...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1)
dismissed
H-1B
Retail Sales
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered 'sales manager' position qualifies as a specialty o...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1)
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position as a 'systems engineer' qualifies as a speci...
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
Information Systems
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner provided multiple inconsistent statements regarding the beneficiary's compensation package a...
Inaccurate Statements On Form I-129 Beneficiary Compensation/Wage
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because it was considered moot, as the beneficiary had already been approved for H-1B employment with a different e...
Specialty Occupation Mootness Failure To Respond
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered position of 'computer systems analyst' qualifies as...
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 The Knowledge Required To Perform The Duties Is Usually Associated With The Attainment Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was summarily dismissed as abandoned because the petitioner failed to respond to an AAO notice within the required timeframe. Und...
Abandonment Failure To Respond To Notice
remanded
H-1B
Information Technology
The petitioner submitted new evidence on appeal which the Director had not previously reviewed. The AAO withdrew the initial decision and re...
Specialty Occupation Work Availability
dismissed
H-1B
Supply Chain Management
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered position of 'supply chain analyst' qualifies as a s...
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Baccalaureate Degree For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Specialized And Complex Duties Associated With A Degree
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the substantive nature of the work the beneficiary would perform. An emp...
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Uniquely Complex Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence demonstrating that it had secured specialty occupation...
Specialty Occupation Definition Availability Of Specialty Occupation Work Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Logistics
The motion to reopen and reconsider was denied because the petitioner failed to provide new, material facts that would change the outcome. T...
Specialty Occupation
dismissed
H-1B
Telecommunications
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered 'corporate trainer' position qualifies as a special...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Common Degree Requirement Employer Normally Requires Degree Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Software Development
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered 'data warehouse analyst' position qualifies as a sp...
Specialty Occupation Employer-Employee Relationship Normal Degree Requirement For Position Common Industry Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide substantive evidence from the end-client detailing the proposed job duties...
Specialty Occupation Employer-Employee Relationship Non-Speculative Employment End-Client Evidence
dismissed
H-1B
Recyclable Material Wholesale
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the proffered position as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined tha...
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Position Complexity Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Law
The Director revoked the H-1B petition, concluding that the petitioner failed to establish a valid employer-employee relationship with the b...
Employer-Employee Relationship Revocation Grounds
dismissed
H-1B
Budget Analysis
The appeal was summarily dismissed on procedural grounds. The petitioner stated an intent to submit a supporting brief within 30 days but fa...
Failure To State Grounds For Appeal (8 C.F.R. § 103.3(A)(1)(V))
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to describe the proffered position's duties with sufficient detail to establish it as...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Common Degree Requirement In Industry Or Complex/Unique Position Employer Normally Requires A Degree Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed upon de novo review. The Director initially denied the petition because the proffered 'applications developer' posi...
Specialty Occupation Motion To Reopen Motion To Reconsider
dismissed
H-1B
Business Administration
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'administrative assistant' position qualifies as a sp...
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 [Is] 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
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to respond to a Notice of Intent to Dismiss and Request for Evidence (NOID/RFE) issue...
Specialty Occupation Abandonment Due To Non-Response To Rfe
dismissed
H-1B
Legal Research
The Director initially denied the petition for failing to establish that the proffered position of 'legal research analyst' qualified as a s...
Specialty Occupation Failure To Identify Error On Appeal
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered position of 'quality test analyst' qualifies as a s...
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
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'software quality assurance engineer' qua...
Specialty Occupation Beneficiary Qualifications Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Culinary Arts
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a specialty food store, failed to establish that the proffered 'chef' position qualifies as...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Or Unique Position Employer'S Normal Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Risk Management
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'enterprise risk management analyst' qual...
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement Industry Standard Or Position Complexity Employer'S Normal Hiring Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Food Retail
The appeal was dismissed because the Petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'purchasing manager' position qualifies as a specialt...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(2) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(3) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'quality assurance analyst' qualifies as ...
Specialty Occupation Definition 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the petitioner failed to submit a brief, additional evidence, or a separate statement identifying...
Specialty Occupation Summary Dismissal 8 C.F.R. § 103.3(A)(1)(V)
dismissed
H-1B
Supply Chain Analysis
The appeal was summarily dismissed on procedural grounds. The petitioner failed to submit a brief or additional evidence as promised and did...
Failure To Identify Erroneous Conclusion Of Law Or Statement Of Fact Specialty Occupation
dismissed
H-1B
Business Management
The motion to reconsider was denied because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'business manager' qualifies a...
Specialty Occupation 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) Section 214(I)(1) Of The Act 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Ii)
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Consulting
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to establish the substantive nature of the proffered p...
Specialty Occupation Valid Labor Condition Application (Lca) Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, an IT consulting firm, failed to establish it would have the requisite employer-employee re...
Employer-Employee Relationship
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Consulting
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'programmer analyst' position qualifies as a specialt...
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Law
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'law clerk' position qualifies as a specialty occupat...
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Nature Of Duties Labor Condition Application (Lca) Occupational Classification
dismissed
H-1B
Hospitality Management
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered 'hotel manager' position qualifies as a specialty o...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(2) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(3) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4) Beneficiary'S Qualifications
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered 'programmer analyst' position qualifies as a specia...
Specialty Occupation Employer-Employee Relationship
dismissed
H-1B
Food Service Management
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of a 'food service manager' qualifies as a s...
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Or Its Equivalent Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For Entry Into The Particular Position
dismissed
H-1B
Education
The appeal was summarily dismissed as abandoned because the petitioner did not respond to the AAO's request for verification of its intent t...
Fee Exemption Employer-Employee Relationship Abandonment
dismissed
H-1B
Law
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the proffered position of 'EB-5 immigration specialist' qualifies as ...
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
remanded
H-1B
Information Technology
The Director initially denied the petition based on the beneficiary's qualifications. The AAO found this premature, stating that the primary...
Beneficiary'S Qualifications Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Position Complexity Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
remanded
H-1B
Information Technology
The Director initially denied the petition based on the Beneficiary's qualifications. The AAO found this was an error, as the primary determ...
Specialty Occupation Beneficiary Qualifications Normal Degree Requirement (8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1))
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to describe the proffered 'software engineer' position's duties with sufficient detai...
Specialty Occupation Definition Availability Of Specialty Occupation Work Specificity Of Job Duties Degree Requirement For The Position
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that it qualifies as a 'United States employer' under 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the proffered "marketing manager" position qualifies as a specialty o...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) Labor Condition Application (Lca) Wage Level
remanded
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was remanded because the record did not establish that the proffered position of "computer systems analyst" qualifies as a specia...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered "scrum master" position qualifies as a specialty occu...
Specialty Occupation Definition Requirement For A Degree In A Specific Specialty Sufficiency Of Job Duty Description End-Client Requirements For Third-Party Worksites
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Programming
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove the 'computer programmer' position qualified as a specialty occupation. The ...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry-Common Degree Requirement Or Position Complexity Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Precious Metals / Electronics Recycling
The Director denied the petition after concluding that the petitioner had not demonstrated that the beneficiary is qualified to perform serv...
Beneficiary Qualifications Experience Equivalency To A Degree Recognition Of Expertise
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered computer programmer position qualifies as a specialty...
Specialty Occupation Definition Bachelor'S Degree In A Specific Specialty Specialized And Complex Duties
remanded
H-1B
Software Engineering
The Director's decision was withdrawn and the case was remanded. The AAO noted that regulations require the director to explain in writing t...
Beneficiary Qualifications Specialty Occupation Procedural Requirements For Denial
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'systems analyst' qualifies as a specialt...
Specialty Occupation Employer-Employee Relationship
dismissed
H-1B
Business Analysis
The appeal was dismissed because the beneficiary's master's degree did not qualify for the H-1B Master's Cap exemption. The degree-conferrin...
H-1B Master'S Cap Exemption Nonprofit Status Of Degree-Conferring Institution
dismissed
H-1B
Software Consulting
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that it would have a valid employer-employee relationship with the benefic...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed
H-1B
Software
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
Retail
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'stores manager' position qualifies as a specialty oc...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(2) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(3) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)
dismissed
H-1B
Fashion
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, an accessories wholesaler, failed to resolve inconsistencies in the record and credibly dem...
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The petitioner d...
Specialty Occupation Definition Specific Degree Requirement End-Client Job Requirements Beneficiary'S Qualifications
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the Petitioner failed to establish that the proffered "computer programmer" position qualifies as a special...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1)
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position as a computer programmer qualifies as a spec...
Specialty Occupation Definition Bachelor'S Degree In A Specific Specialty Specialized And Complex Duties
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The r...
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree Specialized And Complex Duties Usually Associated With A Degree
dismissed
H-1B
Finance
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that it had a specific, qualifying work assignment available for the ben...
Availability Of Specialty Occupation Work Position Qualifies As A Specialty Occupation
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was summarily dismissed because the Petitioner failed to support their appeal. After filing the notice of appeal and stating that...
Summary Dismissal For Failure To Identify Error
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner provided inconsistent and contradictory information regarding the proffered position. The pe...
Specialty Occupation Requirements Consistency Of Job Duties And Title Lca Occupational Classification (Soc Code)
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that a valid employer-employee relationship would exist with the benefic...
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The Director initially denied the petition, concluding that the Petitioner had not established that the proffered 'computer programmer' posi...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Common To Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree Duties Are Specialized And Complex Requiring A Degree
dismissed
H-1B
Software Development
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the proffered programmer analyst position qualifies as a specialty oc...
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 [Is] 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
Software Development
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'project coordinator' qualifies as a spec...
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
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Programming
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'computer programmer analyst' qualifies a...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(2) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(3) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the proffered 'computer programmer analyst' position qualifies as a s...
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
dismissed
H-1B
Information Technology
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of network administrator qualifies as a spec...
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of The Specific Duties Is Specialized And Complex
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Science
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'computer programmer analyst' qualifies a...
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement For The Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Position Complexity Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Programming
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the proffered position of 'computer programmer analyst' qualifies as ...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(2) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(3) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)
dismissed
H-1B
Computer Programming
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'computer programmer analyst' qualifies a...
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(2) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(3) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)
remanded
H-1B
Automatic Identification Product Manufacturing
The Director denied the petition after concluding the beneficiary did not qualify for an H-1B cap exemption. The AAO withdrew this decision ...
H-1B Cap Exemption
dismissed
H-1B
Construction
The appeal was dismissed because the proffered position did not qualify as a specialty occupation. The AAO agreed with the Director that the...
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Common Industry Degree Requirement Or Unique Position Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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