I worked 2 years abroad and now 2 years in the USA. Does EB-1C allow adding these periods together?

The EB-1C visa was created for managers and executives who have worked in multinational companies and intend to be transferred to a branch, affiliate, or subsidiary in the United States. One of the key points for this category is to prove managerial or executive experience abroad.

In the specific case of the question, the requirement demands that the applicant have worked outside the United States in a managerial or executive capacity for at least one year within the three years preceding the petition filing. Therefore, the two years of experience acquired abroad meet this requirement. The time you spent working in the USA, although important for other analyses of the process, is not considered to fulfill the international experience requirement established by EB-1C.

It is important to remember that proving the position held abroad was managerial or executive in nature is essential, regardless of the duration. Each case is analyzed individually, and the documentation must clearly show that the duties performed fit the parameters required by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.

It is always worth emphasizing the importance of following the laws and immigration guidelines of the United States and seeking advice from reliable specialists to avoid misunderstandings or falling for unfounded promises. Furthermore, caution regarding scams and marketing campaigns that promise guaranteed results is fundamental for a safe and successful process.

Victoria Harper

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