For the EB-1C, I worked 1 year as a manager abroad, but that company was sold. Does the subsidiary in the US still continue?

It is very common for doubts to arise when there are structural changes in a company during a process involving an EB-1C petition. This visa requires a clear relationship between the foreign company and the subsidiary or affiliate in the United States, as well as proof of the managerial or executive position in both contexts.

In your case, having worked for one year as a manager outside the US can be an important element for the EB-1C. However, if the company where you worked was sold, it is crucial to analyze whether the corporate structure linking the foreign operation to the US subsidiary remained intact.

The continuity of the US subsidiary will depend on how the sale was carried out and whether the criteria of relationship between the two entities were maintained after the transaction. It is essential to understand that, for the EB-1C, regulations require there to be a control or ownership relationship between the foreign company and the US entity.

If the ownership changes result in a substantial modification of this relationship, there may be implications for the petition process. Each situation deserves a detailed analysis, and structural changes may be interpreted differently by immigration authorities.

Therefore, it is always advisable to strictly follow United States immigration laws and seek guidance from specialized professionals, so that all the nuances of the case are duly evaluated. It is also important to be cautious with information that promises results or guarantees approval, as this may not reflect the complexity of immigration rules.

Remember that keeping records and documenting all transformations in the company structure is essential to demonstrate the required relationship for the EB-1C petition. A detailed analysis of these facts by an additional specialist will help ensure that the process is conducted correctly and in accordance with current regulations.

Victoria Harper

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