For EB-1C, what happens if the foreign company closes?

The EB-1C rests on a specific pillar: the existence of a qualifying business relationship between the company abroad and the U.S. entity to which you are transferred as an executive or manager. It is that link between both ends that supports the category.

If the foreign company ceases operations, that pillar may be weakened. Without an active parent or affiliate abroad maintaining the connection with the U.S. operation, the qualifying relationship requirement is at risk, and that can affect eligibility.

The effect is neither automatic nor always the same. A great deal depends on when the closure occurs and how established the relationship between the companies already was. The implications of a closure before the process begins tend to differ from those of a closure once the relationship is already in place and documented.

• The key point is the continuity of the relationship between the foreign and U.S. companies.
• The stage of the process significantly influences the impact.
• Each case has its own nuances and calls for individual assessment.

If you are in this situation, it is worth seeking specialized guidance and checking the latest requirements with USCIS before deciding on next steps.

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