L Visas
Visas for Managers, Executives, Specialized Knowledge Employees of Multinational Corporations
At Bolour / Carl Immigration Group, APC, we know that in today’s economy, the movement of experienced workers across international borders can be an essential for many businesses. Through the L visas, employees can be transferred within the same company or related entities. For instance, there is the L-1A for managers and executives and the L-1B for employees with particular knowledge of the company’s services, products, or processes. If you have questions about L visas, contact our team as soon as you can so we can help you!
L Visas
To be eligible for the L visas, there are some requirements that must be met. For instance, for the L1 visa, there must be an existing employment abroad. This means that the worker must have been employed consistently for no less than one year within the past three years by the abroad company. This confirms that the person has kept a significant period of employment with the overseas company, having an understanding of its culture and operations. This requirement is crucial as it solidifies the person’s association and knowledge of the foreign company, aligning with the intentions of the L1. For assistance with a L visa application, contact us today!
To start the visa process, the U.S. employer must submit Form 1-129, which is a petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This step establishes the intent of the employers and that basic eligibility requirements are met for the L1 visa. The accuracy and entirety of this petition are vital since it forms the foundation of the visa process. Once the petition and relevant documentation are sent, they get processed by USCIS. This timeframe may vary, and expedited can be requested for an extra fee. After it gets approved, it doesn’t grant the visa itself, however it allows the employee to apply for the L1 visa at a consulate or embassy. If you have further questions, we are happy to provide you with the information you need on L visas!
Why Experience Matters In L Visa Applications
Applying for a L visa can come with many challenges and confusions, so it’s important that you have a lawyer to guide you through this process. You can rely on our L visas lawyer to assist you for the following reasons:
- We have helped many professionals, businesses, and families with every aspect of U.S. immigration law.
- We have more than 25 years of dedicated practice with visas, and other immigration related matters.
- We are proud to assist clients no matter where they live, whether that is locally or globally.
If you have questions about L visas, don’t hesitate to contact us at Bolour / Carl Immigration Group, APC for immediate assistance. We are an immigration law advocacy firm that is rooted in conviction. We have a proven track record of meeting our clients goals and needs. Established in 1996, we have served thousands of clients across the nation and facilitated their dreams of working or immigrating to the U.S. Contact us now so we can be of support to you! We hope to hear from you today.
The L-Visa is a nonimmigrant visa created in 1970 in order to enable companies to provisionally move foreign employees, managers, and exceptionally qualified executives to their U.S.-based businesses. L-1 Visas are typically only valid for a short amount of time, ranging from 3 months to 5 years depending on what country the Applicant is from.
Application Process
To apply for L1 status the Applicant must have been employed abroad at the same company for one year within three years before their application. The company can be profit, nonprofit, religious, charitable organizations. Full-time employment is not mandatory; however, applicants must devote a significant amount of their time on a regular basis to their company.
Two common types of L-Visas are the L1A and the L1B visa.
L1A Visas are used for managers and top executives, whereas L1B visas are for employees or professionals with specific knowledge or skills within their respective fields. Both L1A and L1B are considered intra-company transferee visas.
If you wish to obtain more information on L-Visas we recommend that you contact the Los Angeles immigration lawyer at our firm, Bolour/Carl Immigration Group. Our attorney is highly skilled and has extensive experience in helping clients of all backgrounds with their immigration cases and can help you file a petition application-ensuring that all necessary requirements are fulfilled.
