L-1 Intracompany Transfer Work Visa

L-1 Visa General Information: Individuals who are employed outside the United States as executives, managers or in a position that requires specialized knowledge may qualify for an L-1 Intracompany Transfer Work Visa. If the applicant is already in the United States, a change of status might be possible. A change of status enables the individual to obtain L-1 status without leaving the country and having to apply for the L-1 Visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate abroad. The process of completing and submitting a request for an L-1 Intracompany Transfer Visa can be both costly and confusing. The L-1 Intracompany Transfer Visa Application Guide  makes the application process straight-forward and easy to understand. This is a user-friendly step-by-step guide to help you file your L1 Visa application as efficiently and quickly as possible.

The process of applying for a L-1 Transfer Work Visa is a 2-step process:

• Step 1: The Petition
• Step 2: The Application

L-1 Visa  Eligibility Requirements: The main requirement is that the applicant must be employed outside the United States and is being transferred to a United States branch, subsidiary, affiliate, or joint venture partner of the non-U.S. company. Other requirements may apply and it is recommended to review the information in the application manual before submitting the application.

L-1 Visa  Additional Information: There are no quota restrictions for L-1 Work Visas which can be issued quickly if the applicant meets all the requirements. Spouses and accompanying children of L-1 Visa holders are also allowed to come to the United States and may be issued L-2 Visas.

The L-1 Intracompany Transfer Visa Application Guide contains:

• L-1 Intracompany Transfer Work Visa overview
• L-1 Visa eligibility and requirements
• L-1 Visa privileges and limitations
• L-1 Visa Extension information
• "Blanket L-1 Visa" information for large companies
• How to complete the application forms
• How to apply at a U.S. Consulate
• How to change your status to L-1 if you already are in the U.S.
• How to obtain L-2 Visas for accompanying relatives
• List of all USCIS (formerly INS) offices nationwide
• List of United States Embassies and Consulates
• FREE L-1 Visa application forms
  * All immigration forms are provided to you free of charge with the purchase of this application guide.