At Peerally Law Group, we focus on providing tailored immigration solutions to individuals and corporations worldwide. One of the most powerful immigration options for multinational executives and managers is the EB-1C immigrant visa, a category that leads directly to a U.S. green card without the need for labor certification.
What is the EB-1C Visa?
The EB-1C visa is a subcategory of the Employment-Based First Preference (EB-1) visa. It is specifically designed for executives or managers of multinational companies who are being transferred to the U.S. to work in a similar capacity for a U.S. branch, affiliate, or subsidiary of their foreign employer.
This visa allows qualifying individuals and their immediate family members to obtain lawful permanent resident (LPR) status—commonly known as a green card.
Key Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the EB-1C visa, both the employer and the employee must meet specific criteria:For the Employee:
- Must have worked outside the U.S. for at least 1 continuous year in the past 3years.
- The work must have been in an executive or managerial capacity.
- The employee must be coming to the U.S. to continue serving in a similar role.
For the Employer:
- Must have a qualifying relationship with the foreign company (e.g., parent, subsidiary, affiliate, or branch).
- Must have been doing business in the U.S. for at least 1 year.
- Must have the ability to financially support the executive or manager in their role.
Benefits of the EB-1C Visa
- No Labor Certification Required: Unlike many employment-based green cards, the EB-1C does not require a PERM labor certification.
- Direct Path to Green Card: Eligible individuals can apply for adjustment of status or consular processing.
- Family Benefits: Spouses and unmarried children under 21 can also obtain green cards.
- Favorable Processing Times: Compared to other categories, the EB-1C can be processed relatively quickly, especially for countries not facing backlogs.
Challenges and How We Help
While the EB-1C is a powerful option, it is also a complex and documentation-heavy process. USCIS closely scrutinizes whether:- The employee’s role truly qualifies as “executive” or “managerial.”
- The U.S. entity is properly established and operational.
- The organizational structure supports the claimed managerial role.
At Peerally Law Group, we have successfully handled hundreds of EB-1C cases. We work closely with corporate HR departments and individual clients to ensure every aspect of the petition is well-documented, clear, and strategically presented.
Our EB-1C Services Include:
- Full evaluation of eligibility and case strategy
- Drafting of a detailed petition letter
- Assistance with gathering supporting documentation
- Coordinating with the foreign and U.S. offices
- Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) or Consular Processing
