My company opened a branch in the USA 1 year ago, and has 20 employees. I was a manager abroad until 10 months ago. Am I short by 2 months?

The EB-1C visa is intended for executives and managers of multinational companies seeking a transfer to an affiliate or branch in the United States. One of the requirements is to prove, during the last three years, at least one year of experience in an executive or managerial position in a company related to the applicant outside the US. This experience must be held before the transfer to the North American office.

In your case, if you worked as a manager abroad for 10 months, it seems that you have not yet completed the one-year experience requirement. Therefore, generally speaking, you would be short by 2 months for your period abroad to meet the basic requirement for the EB-1C category.

It is important to remember that each situation is analyzed individually, and there are other aspects that need to be considered for a complete evaluation of the case. For this reason, it is crucial to strictly follow the United States immigration laws and seek guidance from specialized professionals, always protecting yourself against approaches that promise guaranteed results without proper verification of the legal requirements.

This information is merely for informational purposes and does not replace an in-person consultation, where all details and particularities of your case can be analyzed with proper caution and competence.

Victoria Harper

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