I was mentioned in a small local newspaper. Should I include it in my EB-1?

You can include it, but it rarely stands on its own. In the EB-1, a press mention counts as media evidence, and its weight depends on the reach and relevance of the outlet. A mention in a small local newspaper tends to work better as a complement than as primary evidence.

In general, the strongest media evidence comes from national or international outlets. That does not mean you should discard a local mention: if it reinforces the significance of your contribution and combines with other elements, it can have a place in your petition package.

• Include the appearance when it complements stronger, more robust evidence.
• Provide context about the outlet and the reason the story was written about you.
• Avoid relying on a single isolated reference to support your case.

Each case is unique and evaluated individually by the competent authority based on the totality of the evidence. It is worth reviewing the updated requirements on the USCIS website and consulting a specialist to decide whether including this appearance makes sense for your petition.

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