Can I cite posts from specialized IT websites that praise me as a ‘judge’ in an EB-1 case?

Yes, posts from specialized IT websites that praise you as a judge can be included in an EB-1 case, typically as supporting evidence. Their weight depends largely on the reputation and independence of the sources.

Publications from recognized industry outlets whose praise can be independently verified carry more weight than isolated or self-published mentions. For this reason, it is worth carefully documenting each post:

• save the permanent link to the original content;
• record when and where it was published;
• preserve screenshots that show the context of the mention.

Even so, this material tends to work best in combination with other evidence, such as awards, publications, and expert letters. It is also worth distinguishing a post that simply calls you a judge from actual participation as an evaluator of others’ work, which is evidence of a different nature.

Since each case is reviewed individually, the best approach is to check the current criteria with USCIS and organize this evidence with the support of a qualified specialist.

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