L-1 Intracompany Transferee
Transfer qualifying employees from foreign offices to U.S. operations
Overview
The L-1 visa enables U.S. employers to transfer managers, executives, or specialized knowledge employees from affiliated foreign offices. It also allows foreign companies to send employees to establish a new U.S. office. Every matter begins with a candid eligibility and risk review, followed by a written filing strategy tailored to your facts and timeline.
Our Process
- 1
Qualifying relationship analysis between entities
- 2
Employee role and capacity documentation
- 3
I-129 petition preparation
- 4
Filing with USCIS (premium processing available)
- 5
Visa stamping at U.S. consulate if abroad
- 6
Extensions and L-1 to EB-1C green card transition
Eligibility
- Qualifying relationship between foreign and U.S. entities (parent, subsidiary, affiliate, or branch)
- Employee worked abroad for at least 1 year within the past 3 years
- L-1A: Managerial or executive capacity
- L-1B: Specialized knowledge of company products, services, or procedures
What to Prepare
These are common intake documents. Exact requirements depend on your case details.
- Corporate relationship records for qualifying entities
- Detailed role descriptions for foreign and U.S. positions
- Evidence of one-year qualifying foreign employment
- Payroll, tax, and operational records for both entities
- New office plan and staffing roadmap when applicable
What to Expect
We set realistic expectations early and keep you informed at each milestone.
- L-1A and L-1B require different evidence strategies and legal framing
- New office petitions face closer scrutiny on staffing and growth plans
- Extension strategy should be prepared early, not near expiration
Why Choose Us
- Corporate structure analysis expertise
- Experience with both new office and established company petitions
- Coordinated L-1/EB-1C green card strategies
- Blanket L-1 petition experience for large companies
Important Legal Notice: Information on this page is general and not legal advice. Case outcomes depend on your facts, evidence quality, and government adjudication.
Ready to Get Started?
Book a strategy session to evaluate eligibility, identify risks, and receive a practical filing roadmap.