Remote work for an American company for 2 years. Is this considered management abroad?

When considering the criteria for the EB-1 visa, especially in the multinational manager or executive category (EB-1C), it is important to analyze whether the role performed is truly managerial, regardless of the format (remote or in-person).

In general, the EB-1C requires that the candidate has performed managerial or executive functions outside the United States for at least one year within the last three (or five, depending on the context) years, in a company affiliated with the U.S.-based entity.

In your case, working remotely for an American company for two years can indeed be considered as management experience abroad, provided that the job duties effectively involve supervision, leadership, and strategic decision-making that characterize a managerial or executive function.

You need to demonstrate that you managed or coordinated teams, controlled important company processes, or participated in high-level decisions that affected the organization’s foreign operations. Simply performing the role remotely, by itself, does not guarantee qualification in the manager category, but the nature of the responsibilities does.

It is worth remembering that for each situation, it is essential to verify if all the specific category requirements are being met. The analysis should also take into account the company’s structure, the relationship between the foreign units and the U.S. headquarters, and how the role performed fits into these contexts.

To ensure your situation is properly evaluated, it is recommended to strictly follow U.S. immigration laws, seek advice from specialized professionals in the field, and be cautious of information promising miraculous solutions or guaranteed results.

In short, if your remote position really encompasses managerial or executive functions as required by EB-1C, there are possibilities for qualification. However, a detailed assessment is fundamental to ensure all criteria are fulfilled.

Always be careful when seeking information and stay updated with official regulations, avoiding scams or marketing campaigns that could compromise your rights and interests.

Victoria Harper

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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.