The employee must possess in-depth expertise about the company’s proprietary technologies, services, or operational methodologies and their application in international markets.
The foreign company must maintain a qualifying relationship with the U.S. entity (parent, branch, affiliate, or subsidiary), ensuring both remain operational.
The L-1B visa permits dual intent, allowing holders to apply for permanent residency (Green Card) without compromising their non-immigrant status.
Employees can temporarily work in the U.S., helping to transfer knowledge and expertise to American operations.
Spouses and unmarried children under 21 can accompany the visa holder under the L-2 visa, with spouses eligible for work authorization.
The Blanket L petition streamlines the visa process for large multinational employers, reducing approval timelines.
L-1B visa holders can transition to a Green Card under the EB-2 or EB-3 category, offering long-term immigration benefits.
Unlike other U.S. work visas, the L-1B does not require employers to prove the unavailability of U.S. workers for the role.
The applicant must have worked for the foreign entity for at least one continuous year within the past three years before applying.
The employee must demonstrate unique expertise in the company’s products, services, or business processes and their global application.
The foreign company and the U.S. entity must maintain a valid business relationship (e.g., parent-subsidiary, affiliate, or branch).
The L-1B visa is issued for an initial period of up to three years, extendable to a maximum of five years.
Both the foreign and U.S. businesses must be actively operating, ensuring the transfer is for legitimate business purposes.
