Foreign company has 200 employees, but I closed a department. I was a real manager. Does it count?

The EB-1C visa, aimed at multinational executives and managers, requires that the applicant has held managerial or executive positions in a foreign company affiliated with the U.S. company. The focus is to demonstrate that you held a leadership position and that your duties involved strategic decision-making, team management, and control over key operations, regardless of the company’s overall size.

In your case, being a ‘real manager’ is fundamental. The fact that the company has 200 employees indicates it is a sizable organization, but the relevance for the EB-1C lies in your role within the company, not necessarily the total number of employees. Even if you led the closure of a department, it is important to demonstrate that this decision was part of strategic work – in other words, that your managerial function involved genuinely leading changes and restructurings that significantly impacted the company.

When building a case for the EB-1C, it will be essential to provide documentation proving your position, the responsibilities you assumed, and the nature of the decisions you made, such as the department closure. Reports, organizational charts, job descriptions, and performance evaluations can be helpful.

Each situation has its particularities, so the details related to your experience will be analyzed alongside the visa requirements. Remember that strictly following U.S. immigration laws is crucial. Seek information from reliable sources and, if necessary, consult a specialized company or professional in the field to avoid falling victim to scams or unfounded promises of results.

Each case is unique, and a detailed analysis of your work history will be essential to understand how the experience acquired can fit within the EB-1C criteria. I hope this helps clarify the subject a bit and the importance of gathering solid evidence of your managerial role. Always seek professional guidance for an opinion tailored to your situation, ensuring all legal requirements are met safely and effectively.

Victoria Harper

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