I received an RFE asking if I managed managers. I am a manager of junior staff. What now?

Receiving a RFE (Request for Evidence) can cause concern, but its purpose is to give USCIS the opportunity to clarify certain points of your petition. In the case of an EB‑1 petition, the immigration authority wants to ensure that the applicant has provided sufficient evidence to prove their exceptional profile, including in the area of management.

When the RFE questions whether you managed managers, the focus is on assessing if your role included supervising professionals in strategic positions or team leaderships, and not just managing junior-level personnel. If you act as a manager of junior staff, it is important to gather as much documented information as possible that evidences the responsibilities you actually performed.

Although having a subordinate team may be relevant, the EB‑1 usually requires demonstration of high-level leadership, which normally includes managing other managers or professionals in senior positions. In this scenario, explain in detail the functions performed, describe the company’s organizational structure, and provide evidence with organizational charts or supervisors’ statements, if possible, showing how your role contributed to the institution’s strategic decisions.

This documentation can help demonstrate your role and the impact your work had on the organization. It is essential to follow United States immigration laws and seek guidance from reliable sources or specialized professionals before making any decision. Always look for information from official sources, and be wary of service offers that promise guaranteed results or miraculous deadlines, as these often can be traps or marketing campaigns that do not contribute to a proper analysis of your case.

Each RFE is unique, and the way to respond to it may depend on various particularities of your history and documentation. Stay calm, gather all necessary evidence, and if you feel you need additional guidance, consider consulting good references to assist in preparing a complete and coherent response. This way, you demonstrate commitment to the truthfulness of the facts and respect for the immigration process.

Victoria Harper

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