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USCIS Issues New Guidance on EB-1 Eligibility Criteria for Individuals with Extraordinary Ability

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USCIS has issued new policy guidance clarifying what types of evidence it will evaluate when determining eligibility for EB-1 extraordinary ability green cards. This guidance helps applicants and attorneys better understand which achievements and credentials support a successful EB-1 petition. The updated policy is available in the USCIS Policy Manual.
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is issuing policy guidance in our Policy Manual to further clarify the types of evidence that we may evaluate to determine eligibility for extraordinary ability (E11) EB-1 immigrant visa classifications.

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