I managed two teams, but each had only 2 members. EB-1C?

In the EB-1C category, the size of the teams you led is not, by itself, what determines the petition. Having managed two teams of two people each can be part of a qualifying managerial track. What the review looks for is the nature of your role, not simply the number of direct reports.

This category is designed for executives and managers transferred within a multinational organization, and the evaluation typically considers elements such as:

• The autonomy and decision-making authority you exercised.
• Authority over resources, budgets, or processes.
• Your position within the organization’s hierarchy.
• The strategic character of your responsibilities, not merely the operational side.

Small teams can raise questions, so it is worth gathering robust documentation that shows your role was genuinely managerial or executive, with real influence over the direction of the company. Team size is one data point among many, not the central factor.

Because each case is reviewed individually, it is advisable to check the updated requirements on the official source (USCIS) and organize your evidence with a specialist before filing.

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