I held the position of ‘Area Manager’ in 2 different branches. Does it qualify for EB-1C?

The EB-1C visa is aimed at multinational executives or managers who, working in foreign companies, are transferred to perform similar functions in the United States. To be eligible, it is necessary to prove that the applicant held a managerial or executive position outside the U.S. for at least one year in the three years prior to the application.

In your specific case, the title ‘Area Manager’ can, in some contexts, be considered a managerial position. The crucial factor, however, is to demonstrate that your duties involved making strategic decisions, managing a significant division or department, and supervising other employees. If your responsibilities in these two branches were at a level that impacted the company’s overall direction and development, and if you consistently acted in this role, there is a possibility that your background aligns with the EB-1C requirements.

However, it is important to analyze in detail the responsibilities performed in each role, the total time spent managing, and how these functions fit the visa’s definition. Each situation is unique, and supporting documentation – such as detailed job descriptions, company organizational charts, and evidence of your managerial achievements – can be decisive in evaluating your case.

Remember that strictly observing United States immigration laws is fundamental. Seek information from official sources and, if possible, consult immigration specialists. This will help avoid misunderstandings and distrust caused by marketing campaigns that guarantee results without proper analysis of facts and documents. Each case must be evaluated individually, based on a thorough analysis of the finer details of the professional history.

Victoria Harper

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