EB-1C does not require a degree, but do I still need to prove managerial experience?

Yes, and that is precisely the logic behind EB-1C. The category is designed for executives and managers transferred within a multinational group, and it does not rely on degrees or academic credentials. What it requires is proof that you actually performed a managerial or executive function.

In other words, the absence of a degree requirement does not make the process easier: it simply shifts the focus to experience. You must show, through documentation, that you held a decision-making and leadership role at the company abroad for a qualifying period, and that you will hold an equivalent role in the United States position.

• Job descriptions detailing managerial or executive responsibilities.
• Organizational charts showing your position in the hierarchy and who reports to you.
• Company letters, performance reviews, and other records of your decision-making role.
• Evidence of authority over people, budgets, strategy, or operations.

The sensitive point is usually substance: a title on a business card is not enough. The documentation must demonstrate real authority over an area or function, not merely technical execution. The required qualifying period follows specific rules that change over time, so confirm the current requirements with the official source.

Because the review is thorough, it is worth verifying the updated requirements with USCIS and reviewing your job duties with a specialist before filing.

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