Foreign company gave me a managerial position for 3 months and an analyst position for 9 months, totaling 1 year. Does it count?

Let’s start by briefly explaining how the experience requirement works in the context of the EB-1 visa, especially in the category for executives and managers (EB-1C). This visa requires the applicant to have held managerial or executive roles abroad for at least one continuous year within the three years preceding the visa application (or change of status). The goal is to prove that the candidate has the necessary experience to assume leadership positions in a branch or subsidiary of the company in the United States.

In your case, you mentioned having held a managerial position for 3 months and, either simultaneously or consecutively, an analyst position for 9 months, totaling one year of work. However, it is important to emphasize that, for EB-1C purposes, it is not enough to add up periods of work in roles that are not all managerial or executive in nature. In other words, the time worked as an analyst (a position typically associated with technical or support functions) does not meet the visa requirement, which demands continuous experience in a leadership position.

Therefore, even though the total period is one year, the fact that only 3 months were spent in a managerial role will hardly meet the EB-1C criteria. Every detail of the role and the company structure counts in the case analysis, and immigration authorities typically assess the actual management experience demonstrated by the candidate.

It is essential to remember that complying with all U.S. immigration laws and guidelines is crucial to avoid future problems. For this reason, we always recommend seeking information from reliable sources and being cautious of campaigns or promises that guarantee quick or facilitated results, as these may not reflect the reality of immigration processes.

If you have additional questions, it is worth consulting specialized professionals who can analyze your case more thoroughly and indicate the most appropriate steps. Seeking expert guidance is a prudent way to follow the correct path and avoid potential issues during the process.

Victoria Harper

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