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🇺🇸 United States · EB-1C
4 mandatory requirements, 0 supporting factors, and 7 core documents — here is exactly what United States expects.
Missing any of these disqualifies an application outright — confirm them before investing in fees or document preparation.
Must be employed in a managerial or executive capacity, both abroad and in the proposed US position
Must have worked for the qualifying organization outside the US for at least 1 continuous year in the 3 years preceding the petition
The US and foreign employers must have a qualifying relationship: parent, subsidiary, affiliate, or same organization
The US entity must have been actively conducting business for at least one year
Valid Passport
Current passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Corporate Ownership / Relationship Documents
Articles of incorporation, stock certificates, annual reports, or other documents showing the qualifying relationship between entities
Organizational Charts
Org charts for both US and foreign entities showing reporting structure
Foreign Employer Employment Letter
Letter from the foreign entity describing your managerial/executive role, dates of employment, and duties
US Position Offer Letter
Detailed offer letter describing the US managerial or executive position
Company Financial Statements
Tax returns, audited financials, or annual reports showing the company is actively doing business
US Company Business Evidence
Evidence the US entity has been actively doing business for at least 1 year
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