EB-1A I-140 COVER LETTER AND EVIDENCE INDEX

Filing Overview

• Petitioner: Self / [EMPLOYER NAME if any]; Beneficiary: [NAME]
• Field: [FIELD/INDUSTRY]
• Requested classification: EB-1A Extraordinary Ability; Filing: [Premium/Regular]; AOS concurrently: [YES/NO]

Packet Order (suggested)

1) Cover letter (this document).
2) Form I-140 with fees; G-28/G-1145.
3) Evidence index by criteria and final merits.
4) Passports/IDs; prior approvals (if relevant).
5) Exhibits tabbed per criterion (see below).
6) If concurrent AOS: I-485 packet, I-765, I-131.

Evidence Index (map each exhibit)

• Major prizes/awards: [EXHIBITS]
• Memberships requiring outstanding achievements: [EXHIBITS]
• Published material about beneficiary: [EXHIBITS]
• Judging others: [EXHIBITS]
• Original contributions of major significance: [EXHIBITS]
• Authorship of scholarly articles: [EXHIBITS]
• Display of work (artistic/exhibitions): [EXHIBITS]
• Leading/critical role for distinguished organizations: [EXHIBITS]
• High remuneration: [EXHIBITS]
• Comparable evidence (if needed): [EXHIBITS]

Cover Letter Outline (sample)

1) Introduction and requested classification.
2) Criterion-by-criterion discussion with exhibit citations (at least 3 met).
3) Final merits analysis under Kazarian (sustained acclaim, one of a small percentage).
4) Conclusion and exhibit index.

Practice Notes

• Keep exhibits concise and clearly labeled; avoid duplication.
• Use independent corroboration where possible (third-party media, expert letters).
• Include certified translations.
• Tie evidence to sustained acclaim and influence in the field, not only quantity of documents.