The L-1 visa lets multinational companies transfer qualified employees from a foreign office to U.S. operations. It's divided into two classifications: the L-1A, for executives and managers who've worked abroad for the company for at least one year within the past three, valid up to seven years; and the L-1B, for employees with specialized knowledge of the company's products, services, or techniques, valid up to five years.
Many L-1A executives and managers ultimately pursue permanent residency through the EB-1C category. We map that path early, rather than treating the L-1 as a dead end.
We start by confirming the corporate relationship and the transferring employee's role, then prepare and submit both the employer and employee filings. Standard processing varies and can be checked here; premium processing can shorten this to about 15 business days for an additional government fee.
Standard timeline 4–6 weeks upon receipt of all necessary documents. Rush option available for an additional fee. Fees current as of the site's fee schedule; subject to change.