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Can I Claiming the EB-1A "Leading or Critical Role" Criterion?

Hi William,

I am in the process of preparing the EB1 Extraordinary Ability application with the help of your excellent EB-1A DIY package. I am a manager of the company, can I claim the EB1 criterion of "Leading or Critical Role in Distinguished Organizations"?

Answer,

You can claim the EB-1A "leading or critical role" criterion if you provide objective proof that you held a high-level leadership position or made essential, high-impact contributions to an organization or department that enjoys a nationally or internationally distinguished reputation.

To successfully claim this criterion, you must satisfy two core components outlined in the USCIS Policy Manual: proving the reputation of the organization and proving the nature of your role.

You should identify any organizations with which you are associated - Are they famous organizations? Can you provide evidence of the work they do and their mission? Does there website describe their annual revenue, past achievements or highly reputable members/employees? Collect evidence that could help prove that the organization has a "distinguished" reputation.

You should also identify your role with these organizations - Do you have a leadership role in the organizations? What is your title for the organizations? Even if you do not have a leading role, are you critical to the organization's success? Do you provide expert advice? Do you raise funds?