Does the EB-1A also require me to ‘continue in the field’?

Yes, in a sense. The EB-1A does not require a job offer or employment contract, but it does expect evidence that you intend to continue working in your area of extraordinary ability after entering the United States.

The logic is consistent: the category recognizes extraordinary ability, so the officer wants to see that this talent will continue to be applied in the same field, not that the classification was an isolated snapshot of the past. This is not a mandatory employment tie, but rather a credible intent of continuity.

This continuity is typically demonstrated through elements such as:

• A consistent track record of relevant contributions in the field.
• A plan or statement describing how you will continue working in that area.
• Letters, projects, or commitments that signal future activity.

In other words, more than a single document, what matters is a body of evidence that makes your continued presence in the field credible. It is worth verifying updated requirements with USCIS or with a specialist when building your case.

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