My position: ‘Project Director’, but without a team. EB-1C?

It is important to understand that the EB-1C is a visa intended for executives and managers of multinational companies. This category requires that the candidate has performed, outside the United States, leadership roles with actual managerial powers, generally involving the supervision of teams or company units. Thus, the role must demonstrate administrative or executive responsibility beyond technical or coordination functions without direct teams.

In your case, mentioning that you worked as a ‘Project Director’ without the responsibility of managing a team raises the question of whether this experience truly fits the definition of an executive or manager as required by the EB-1C. Generally, this category requires that the professional has had the authority to make strategic decisions, supervise other professionals, or even manage entire departments.

If your role basically consisted of project execution and coordination, without having a subordinate team or autonomy for management decisions, it may not fit the specific EB-1C requirements. However, each case is unique, and additional factors may be considered, such as the company’s organizational structure, the scope of responsibilities, and how your activities contributed to corporate strategy.

For this reason, it is essential to thoroughly analyze your documents and professional history to verify whether there are elements that can prove activity at a managerial or executive level. I remind you that following United States immigration laws is fundamental. It is always advisable to seek the guidance of specialized professionals and experienced firms, avoiding miracle promises and marketing campaigns that guarantee results without individualized analysis.

This way, you protect yourself against possible traps and increase the possibility of success in your chosen immigration path.

Victoria Harper

Editor-in-Chief

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Leading journalism and editorial content at Visto n’ Visa, Victoria helps make immigration topics clear, trustworthy, and easy to understand. Her focus is on delivering useful, human, and relevant content for people exploring new paths abroad.