For EB-1B, having 2 Q1 articles and having reviewed 3 times, with no awards, is that enough?

The EB-1B category, designed for outstanding professors and researchers, has no fixed checklist or magic number of items that guarantees approval. Two articles in Q1 journals and three peer review contributions are positive factors, and the absence of awards alone does not disqualify a petition.

What matters is the overall picture: the relevance and impact of your publications, the recognition they have received, and the consistency of your track record. Serving as a peer reviewer reinforces the perception that your community regards you as a reference, and many profiles stand on their own through publications and review work, without relying on awards.

• Demonstrate the real impact of your articles, how they are cited and used by other researchers.
• Provide context for your review work: which journals, how frequently, and their relevance to the field.
• Gather additional evidence of distinction that together paint a coherent picture of your contributions.

Because the assessment is individual and based on the totality of the evidence, it is worth checking the current criteria on the official source (USCIS) and reviewing your portfolio with a specialist to present it as strongly as possible.

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