Can I prove ‘media coverage’ by showing interviews in regional newspapers?

Yes. Interviews in regional newspapers can indeed be submitted as evidence of media coverage for the EB-1. What matters is not the size of the outlet’s city, but the credibility of the publication and what the article demonstrates about the recognition of your work.

For this material to strengthen your case, several aspects help:

• Outlets with a strong reputation and editorial independence, not paid self-promotional channels.
• Content that highlights your expertise and the impact of your work, not merely a personal profile.
• A combination of local media and publications with broader reach, when available.

Keep in mind that USCIS evaluates evidence holistically: the consistency across the pieces tends to carry more weight than a single article. Gathering varied coverage that aligns coherently with your profile strengthens the petition.

Since each case is unique, it is worth reviewing the updated guidelines from USCIS and, when possible, seeking specialized support to select the material that truly adds value to your petition.

About the author

Victoria Harper

Editor-in-Chief

Meet the author

As a journalist and lead editor at Visto n’ Visa, Victoria helps ensure that immigration topics are covered in a clear, trustworthy, and easy-to-understand way. Her focus is on delivering useful, human, and relevant content for people exploring new paths abroad.