Can people from my team write recommendation letters for the EB-1?

Yes, they can. In the EB-1, recommendation letters help validate your achievements and explain the impact of your work, and team members can write them, as long as they are closely familiar with what you did and can describe the quality and relevance of your contributions.

The key is balance. Letters from only close colleagues may appear biased to the reviewing officer, so it is worth diversifying who recommends you:

• Combine internal letters, from team members and managers, with external and independent recommendations.
• Prioritize authors with recognized authority in your field, who can speak to your impact with credibility.
• Ask each letter to be specific, citing concrete achievements and results rather than generic praise.

Recommendations from varied sources convey a more balanced assessment of your track record and reinforce the perception of recognition in your field. All documents must comply with United States immigration process requirements.

Since each case is reviewed individually, it is advisable to confirm updated requirements with the USCIS and plan your letters with the support of an immigration professional.

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