In an EB-1A petition, can I include an evidence summary before each criterion?

Yes. In an EB-1A petition, including an evidence summary before each criterion is allowed and is generally considered good organizational practice. A clear index helps the officer understand, right from the start, what supports each point of your case.

There is no obstacle to this structure, as long as it adds clarity without undermining depth. The summary guides the reader but does not replace the argument: each criterion still requires an analysis showing how each document connects to the requirement.

To make the summary work in your favor:

• List, for each criterion, the evidence you are presenting and where to find it.
• Then explain the relevance of each piece of evidence, not just the list.
• Keep numbering and references consistent with the exhibits.

An EB-1A petition is dense, and clear navigation makes a difference in the review. It is worth checking the latest USCIS guidance and, if possible, having the structure reviewed by a specialist, without relying on promises of guaranteed approval.

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