My foreign company appointed me to a managerial position 8 months ago, but I had already worked for 1 year before as an analyst. Does it count?

It is important to understand that EB-1 visas, especially the subcategory for executives and managers (EB-1C), have specific criteria regarding experience performing managerial duties. These criteria aim to prove that the applicant possesses high-level skills and experience that will significantly contribute to the United States labor market.

In the case presented, the fundamental requirement is to have served as a manager or executive in a foreign company for at least one year within the three years prior to the petition. If you were appointed to a managerial role 8 months ago, this period alone does not meet the minimum required timeframe. Furthermore, prior experience as an analyst is generally not considered equivalent to a managerial position, since the functions, responsibilities, and level of authority usually differ. The role of an analyst involves technical or support activities, whereas a managerial position demands supervision of teams, strategic decision-making, and responsibility for significant outcomes.

Each case may have important particularities to be analyzed, such as the exact nature of the duties performed, the organizational hierarchy, and how responsibilities were assigned. Therefore, it is crucial to carefully review the details of your experience to assess whether, together, they can be interpreted within the scope required by the EB-1C visa.

Always remember the importance of complying with United States immigration laws and seeking information from official sources or reliable experts, avoiding dubious offers or marketing campaigns that promise guaranteed results. A detailed and individualized analysis of your situation should be carried out through appropriate channels, always based on current legislation, so that you can make the best decision for your case.

I hope this information helps clarify your doubt, and it is always advisable to continue seeking information through secure and official sources about the criteria for each type of visa.

Victoria Harper

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