I was hired by a foreign company 2 years ago, but as an analyst, and only 6 months as a manager — does that qualify for EB-1C?

Probably not yet, at least based solely on that period. EB-1C is designed for executives and managers of multinational companies, and the key point is that only the time you actually worked in a genuine managerial or executive role at the foreign company counts.

In the scenario you describe, time worked as an analyst generally is not added to the managerial period, because it does not correspond to the type of role the category requires. As a result, a brief stint as a manager may fall short of the qualifying period expected, even if your employment relationship with the company is longer.

What immigration authorities evaluate is whether you exercised authority typical of management or direction, such as:

• Leading a substantial department, division, or function of the company.
• Making strategic decisions and overseeing teams or other leaders.
• Acting with genuine autonomy, not merely performing operational tasks.

Since each employment history is assessed individually, it is worth checking the updated requirements on USCIS and consulting with a specialist to see whether the case can be strengthened or whether another category may be a better fit for your profile.

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