Long-Term L-1A Success Since 2012: Consistent Results, Every Three Years
A long-time client shares their experience renewing L-1A status with confidence and ease for over a decade.
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Executive Secures L-1A Renewal for U.S. Operations
A Canadian executive in the video and surveillance industry successfully renewed L-1A status at the U.S. border, continuing to lead operations across the U.S. and Canada.
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L-1 Visa Approved in Under Two Months: Client Story
When a company needed a key employee in the U.S. quickly, our immigration team secured L-1 visa approval in under two months, faster than expected and without delays.
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The L-1 Visa One-year Continuous Employment Rule
To qualify for an L-1 visa, the applicant must have worked for a related company outside the U.S. for one continuous year within the past three years. This post explains what counts as “continuous,” what breaks the timeline, and how staying too long in the U.S. without work authorization can affect eligibility.
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Full-Time Work Requirement for L-1 Visa Holders
L-1 visa holders must work full-time, but their employment does not need to be entirely in the U.S. Under 9 FAM 402.12-12(G), executives, managers, and specialized knowledge employees can split their work between the U.S. and another country. However, the primary purpose of their stay in the U.S. must be consistent with L-1 classification. This means that while some international travel is allowed, most work should be tied to the U.S. employer.
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E Visas for Traders and Investors | E1 Trader Visas | E2 Investor Visas | L1 Visas for International Business | Temporary Work Visas
Which Visa Should Business Owners Choose: E-2 or L-1?
Navigating U.S. immigration law to determine the most suitable visa can be daunting for a business owner who wants to expand or establish a presence in the United States. The E-2 Treaty Investor Visa and the L-1 Intracompany Transferee Visa are two prominent pathways with unique requirements and benefits. This blog post explains the critical considerations you must evaluate when deciding between E-2 and L-1 visas.
