EB-1C — Multinational executive immigration lawyers
About the EB-1C category
EB-1C is the employment first-preference green card for multinational managers and executives transferred to a U.S. company by a qualifying related entity abroad. It mirrors the L-1A standard and, like the other EB-1 categories, does not require PERM labor certification. The petition must show that the person worked abroad in a managerial or executive capacity for at least one year in the three years before the transfer, that the U.S. and foreign entities have a qualifying corporate relationship, and that the U.S. role is genuinely managerial or executive. Because USCIS examines the actual nature of the duties closely, careful description of the organisation and the role is central to a successful case.
Who the EB-1C category is for
- You worked abroad as a manager or executive for one of the past three years.
- A qualifying corporate relationship links the foreign and U.S. entities.
- The U.S. role is genuinely managerial or executive.
How the process works
How an employment case unfolds depends on the category. Many EB-2 and EB-3 cases begin with PERM labor certification, in which the employer tests the U.S. labor market before filing an I-140 petition. EB-1 and EB-2 National Interest Waiver cases skip PERM and go straight to the I-140 on the strength of the worker's achievements. After the I-140, capped categories wait for a current priority date, and the case finishes with adjustment of status in the U.S. or consular processing abroad. Temporary work visas such as the H-1B follow their own track — a Labor Condition Application, a USCIS petition, and, where relevant, the annual cap and registration process.
Common EB-1C pitfalls
A handful of avoidable problems account for most setbacks in these cases — nearly all of them easier to fix before filing than after:
- A U.S. role that reads as operational, not managerial.
- An unclear corporate relationship between the entities.
- New-office cases without enough organizational substance.
Related employment options
Not sure the EB-1C is the right fit? These related routes are worth comparing:
- All employment immigration lawyers
- EB-1A — Extraordinary ability
- EB-1B — Outstanding researcher
- EB-2 — Advanced degree / exceptional ability
- EB-2 NIW — National interest waiver
How an immigration lawyer helps with a EB-1C case
An employment immigration lawyer maps the strongest route for your qualifications, coordinates with your employer on the petition and any PERM labor certification, assembles the evidence USCIS expects, and answers requests for evidence persuasively. With annual caps, priority dates and status gaps all in play, getting the strategy right at the very start can save many months of delay.
Choosing the right immigration lawyer
Choosing the right attorney is its own task. Look for immigration lawyers who genuinely focus on EB-1C cases rather than handling them occasionally, ask how many similar cases they have taken through to a decision, and check that they communicate in a language you are comfortable with. Every profile on Immigrantio shows the attorney's practice focus, years of experience, the languages they speak, their location and verified client reviews — so you can compare like with like and shortlist two or three practices to speak with before you commit.
What to expect from a consultation
What does a consultation actually give you? An honest read on whether you qualify, a clear picture of the steps and how long they usually take, an early warning about any risks specific to your situation, and a straightforward explanation of cost — plus a sense of whether the attorney is a good personal fit. The immigration lawyers listed here generally offer video or phone consultations, so the first conversation is easy to arrange wherever you are.
Why use Immigrantio
This is exactly what Immigrantio is built for: comparing real, verified immigration lawyers for EB-1C cases in one place. Instead of scrolling through advertisements, you see each attorney's credentials, experience, languages, location, client reviews and consultation fees on a single page. Every practice is Bar-licensed and verified, there are no hidden referral fees, and you contact and work with the lawyer directly — Immigrantio simply helps you find the right one.
Compare the immigration lawyers above and book a consultation to talk through your case, understand a realistic timeline, and learn what the process will cost — so you can move forward with a clear, informed plan.











