Work & Talent Visas

L-1 Intracompany Transfer Visa

Transfer Key Employees to a U.S. Office

The L-1 visa allows multinational companies to transfer executives, managers, and employees with specialized knowledge from a foreign office to a related office in the United States. This visa is commonly used by international companies expanding operations in the U.S. or transferring experienced staff to manage American branches. The L-1 visa also provides a potential pathway to permanent residency for certain applicants.

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L-1 Visa Overview & Benefits

The L-1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa designed for multinational companies that need to transfer employees from a foreign office to a U.S. branch, affiliate, or subsidiary. Employees must have worked for the company abroad for at least one year within the previous three years before applying. The visa category includes L-1A for executives and managers and L-1B for employees with specialized knowledge. This visa allows companies to support international operations while expanding their presence in the United States.

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Transfer Key Employees to the U.S.

Benefit 1 Description Multinational companies can transfer experienced employees from overseas offices to the United States.

Support U.S. Business Expansion

The L-1 visa allows companies to open new offices or expand existing operations in the United States.

No Annual Visa Cap

Unlike some work visas, the L-1 visa is not subject to an annual quota.

Family Accompaniment

Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may accompany the applicant under L-2 status.

Work Authorization for Spouses

L-2 spouses may apply for employment authorization in the United States.

Potential Path to a Green Card

Executives and managers on L-1A status may later qualify for employment-based permanent residency.

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L-1 Visa Requirements

Types of L-1 Visas

L-1 Visa Advantages

L-1 Visa Limitations

Applicants must work for a multinational company with a qualifying relationship between foreign and U.S. offices.

The employee must have worked for the company abroad for at least one continuous year within the last three years.

The employee must be transferred to a managerial, executive, or specialized knowledge position.

The U.S. company must be a parent, subsidiary, branch, or affiliate of the foreign company.

The applicant must be admissible to the United States.

Eligibility and useful information

L-1 Visa Requirements

Types of L-1 Visas

L-1 Visa Advantages

L-1 Visa Limitations

Applicants must work for a multinational company with a qualifying relationship between foreign and U.S. offices.

The employee must have worked for the company abroad for at least one continuous year within the last three years.

The employee must be transferred to a managerial, executive, or specialized knowledge position.

The U.S. company must be a parent, subsidiary, branch, or affiliate of the foreign company.

The applicant must be admissible to the United States.

Eligibility and useful information

L-1 Visa Requirements

Types of L-1 Visas

L-1 Visa Advantages

L-1 Visa Limitations

Applicants must work for a multinational company with a qualifying relationship between foreign and U.S. offices.

The employee must have worked for the company abroad for at least one continuous year within the last three years.

The employee must be transferred to a managerial, executive, or specialized knowledge position.

The U.S. company must be a parent, subsidiary, branch, or affiliate of the foreign company.

The applicant must be admissible to the United States.

Getting a Visa

Our Proven Visa Process

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Determine Eligibility

We review the corporate structure and employment history to confirm eligibility for the L-1 visa category.

Prepare Corporate Documentation

Documentation is gathered to demonstrate the qualifying relationship between the foreign and U.S. companies.

File Form I-129 Petition

The employer files Form I-129 with USCIS requesting L-1 classification for the employee.

USCIS Petition Review

USCIS reviews the petition and evaluates whether the employee and company meet L-1 visa requirements.

Visa Application

Applicants outside the U.S. apply for the visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate.

Begin Work in the United States

Once approved, the employee may begin working at the U.S. office.

L-1 Intracompany Transfer Visa

L-1 Visa Related Forms

Form DS-160 – Nonimmigrant Visa Application

Form I-129 – Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker

Proven Results Across Visa Categories

Herman Immigration delivers trusted solutions for U.S. immigration.

We guide families, entrepreneurs, investors, students, and professionals with strategies built for approval. Our reputation is built on precision, efficiency, and outcomes that match client goals.

Herman Immigration delivers trusted solutions for U.S. immigration.

We guide families, entrepreneurs, investors, students, and professionals with strategies built for approval. Our reputation is built on precision, efficiency, and outcomes that match client goals.

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