I use LinkedIn posts from directors praising me. Does that count as official?

Praise from directors in LinkedIn posts can contribute to your EB-1 case, but such posts do not carry the status of an ‘official document’ in the sense that immigration analysis typically requires. Social media publications function more as an indication of recognition than as formal evidence.

What tends to carry more weight are formal recommendation letters: with institutional identification, a signature, and a clear description of who is writing, the relationship with you, and the reason for the recognition. This format allows authorship to be verified and gives substance to the praise, something a standalone post rarely provides.

• Use the posts as a complement, not as central evidence.
• Prioritize formal letters that identify the author and the context.
• Gather varied evidence: awards, publications, and recognized contributions.

Since each case is evaluated individually, it is worth reviewing the updated criteria at the official source (USCIS) and organizing your documentation with the support of a specialist before filing.

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