I publish 1 article, but with 300 citations. Is that notable?

A single article with 300 citations can indeed be relevant evidence for the EB-1, especially when those citations come from other specialists and reflect real impact in your field. A high citation count helps demonstrate that your work is recognized and used by peers.

That said, there is no magic number of citations that guarantees eligibility. The EB-1 evaluates your profile as a whole, so a highly cited publication carries more weight when combined with other evidence of recognition and distinction in your field.

• Contextualize the citations: who is citing, in which venues, and with what relevance.
• Combine the publication with other supporting evidence, such as awards, participation in committees, and additional contributions.
• Keep in mind that each case is assessed individually by the competent authority.

In short, many citations in a single article strengthen your profile, but they rarely sustain it on their own. It is worth checking the updated requirements with USCIS and reviewing your documentation with a specialist.

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