Is submitting three strong pieces of evidence per criterion a good strategy for the EB-1?

Gathering three strong pieces of evidence for each criterion is an organized instinct and can help with the EB-1, but it is best not to treat it as a fixed rule. There is no magic number of documents: what matters is the strength of each piece of evidence, not the quantity.

Having more than one piece of evidence per criterion tends to reinforce the argument, because it shows consistency. Even so, some considerations carry more weight than volume:

• Quality over quantity: one clear piece of evidence from a reputable source is worth more than several weak ones.
• Real fit for the criterion: each piece of evidence must genuinely demonstrate what it sets out to prove.
• Authenticity and relevance: documents that are genuine and tied to your background are more convincing.

Instead of aiming for a fixed number, focus your efforts on selecting the evidence that best supports each criterion. Repeated and weak pieces of evidence can actually dilute a strong case.

Since each EB-1 category has its own parameters, it is worth checking the updated guidelines from the official USCIS source and, if possible, reviewing your selection with a specialist.

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