Who signs the petition letter in an EB-1A self-petition?

In an EB-1A self-petition, the person who signs the petition letter is the applicant themselves. Because this extraordinary ability category requires no job offer and no sponsoring employer, you occupy both the petitioner and beneficiary roles at the same time, taking full responsibility for the filing.

The petition letter is the document that organizes and argues the case: it brings together the evidence and explains why your profile qualifies under the extraordinary ability category. By signing it, you declare that the information and documents presented are truthful and accurately reflect your background.

Signing on your own behalf does not mean preparing the case alone. It is common and advisable to get professional support in building the petition:

• An attorney or consultant can draft and structure the legal argument.
• Experts in your field can write reference letters that support the evidence.
• The final responsibility for the signature and the truthfulness of the content, however, remains yours.

Because documentation formats and requirements can change, it is worth checking the latest guidance from the official source (USCIS) and reviewing your case with a specialist before filing.

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