L-1A managerial visa

USCIS has issued clarifications for practitioners handling the conversion from L-1B to L-1A visa classifications. Not categorized as a “change of status,” these cases do not attract a $500 fraud fee and are treated as changes in the conditions of employment. This post details the necessary steps and form adjustments for the conversion process, along with strategic timing considerations to maximize the benefits of the L-1A classification.