I was assistant manager of 20 people, but with limited supervision. Does this complicate EB-1C?

The EB-1C visa is intended for multinational executives and managers who, among other requirements, must have performed high-level administrative functions at the company outside the United States. A central characteristic is having held a position with significant supervision, with decision-making power and authority to manage the organization or an important part of it.

In your case, acting as an assistant manager of 20 people already demonstrates some leadership experience. However, the ‘limited supervision’ factor can be important in the analysis.

U.S. immigration authorities assess whether the position held truly possesses the characteristics of a decision-making role:

• If the position involved setting goals, policies, or business strategies and you had autonomy to make decisions without constant supervision, this favors qualification.

• If your role was limited to implementations or following the directives of a superior without authority to define the direction of the team or department, it may be interpreted as a less managerial or executive function.

Each case is analyzed individually, considering the company structure, hierarchy, and the full description of responsibilities.

It is recommended to gather detailed documentation evidencing your duties, the autonomy granted, and how your decisions impacted the performance of the team or area of operation.

Always remember the importance of complying with United States immigration laws, seeking advice from professionals or institutions specialized in the field, and being cautious with promises of guaranteed results or dubious offers.

In this way, you will be better prepared to face the process and avoid unpleasant surprises.

Victoria Harper

Editor-in-Chief

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