I spent 1 year and 2 months as deputy manager, but acted as a manager. Does it qualify for EB-1C?

In the EB-1C category, what matters is the substance of your role, not the title on your badge. A deputy manager position can qualify, as long as you can demonstrate that you actually carried out genuinely managerial responsibilities in practice.

This category is designed for managers and executives of multinational companies transferred to a branch, subsidiary, or affiliate in the United States. Authorities assess the content of the role (decisions made, supervision exercised, management authority, and position in the organizational structure), not just the job title. When there is a mismatch between title and function, supporting evidence carries even greater weight.

To show that your role was truly managerial, it helps to gather:

• Organizational charts that show your position and who reported to you.
• Detailed job descriptions and official company statements.
• Concrete examples of decisions made, team management, and resource oversight.

Keep in mind that there is also a minimum qualifying period of managerial experience required within a recent timeframe, but that parameter is set by the official rule and may change, so confirm it at the source. Since every case is unique, reviewing your background with a specialist helps build the right evidence package before filing.

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