I held both managerial and technical roles abroad. Does that count for the EB-1C?

Combining a managerial role with technical duties abroad does not rule out the EB-1C. This category is designed for executives and managers of multinational companies being transferred to the United States, and the central focus of the analysis is your leadership role, not the absence of technical tasks.

What the reviewing authority examines is whether the managerial function was predominant during your time abroad. Having also performed technical activities is not a problem in itself; the challenge is showing that the core of your work was directing people, managing a department or business unit, and making strategic decisions.

That is why building a clear, well-documented narrative makes a real difference. It helps to gather evidence that separates and highlights the managerial side of your background, such as:

• Organizational charts showing your position of authority and who reported to you.
• Job descriptions and company letters detailing your leadership responsibilities.
• Examples of strategic decisions, resource management, and team direction.

Since every career path is unique, it is worth checking the updated requirements and consulting with a specialist to assess how best to frame your profile, making it clear to the officers that your management experience outweighed your technical duties.

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