No EB-1C, does the transfer have to be for the same position?

The EB-1C visa is aimed at executives and managers who have worked in multinational companies with branches in the United States. The purpose is to allow the transfer of these professionals, ensuring they continue performing high-level functions both in the foreign organization and its U.S. counterpart.

In the context of the EB-1C, it is not necessary for the new position to be exactly identical to the role performed abroad, but it is essential that the position in the United States maintains its managerial or executive nature. This means the role must involve strategic responsibilities, such as overseeing operations, making important decisions for the company, and leading teams or departments.

This alignment is crucial because the central criterion of the EB-1C is to prove that the candidate has experience in high-level management functions and that the new position in the U.S. allows them to perform similar functions in terms of responsibility and hierarchy. It is important to emphasize that the analysis of these requirements takes into account both the level of the role performed abroad and the nature of the position offered in the U.S.

Thus, even if there are variations in job titles or some specific details of the job, the central aspect demonstrating executive or managerial experience must be preserved. Any change that discharacterizes this profile may complicate the application review.

And it is always worth remembering: when considering this type of visa, it is essential to strictly follow U.S. immigration laws and, if necessary, seek information and guidance from reliable sources and specialized professionals. There are many scams and marketing campaigns out there promising guaranteed results, but the best path is to rely on well-founded information and careful analysis of your case.

I hope this information has been helpful, and I recommend that, given the complexity of these issues, you obtain a personalized assessment with a specialist to understand exactly how the details of your situation fit the legal requirements of the EB-1C.

Victoria Harper

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