The L1A visa moves executives and managers from a foreign company into its United States office, and it can even launch that office from scratch. Multinational groups use it to place leadership where growth demands. Transnational Matters PLLC prepares L1A visa petitions that stand up to today’s tougher scrutiny.
L1A Visa Requirements
The employee must have worked at least one continuous year in the last three for a related company abroad, in an executive or managerial role, and must be coming to the United States to serve in a similar role. The two companies need a qualifying relationship, such as parent and subsidiary or branch and affiliate, which we document through ownership records.
New Office L1A Petitions
Opening your first United States location? The new office L1A allows a one-year entry to launch operations, supported by a lease, a business plan, and proof of funding. Approval buys a year to hire and generate activity, and the renewal then rests on what you built. We plan the first year with the renewal in mind from day one.
From L1A to Green Card
The L1A pairs naturally with the EB-1C multinational manager green card, which requires no labor certification. Consequently, many executives move from temporary status to permanent residence on a predictable timeline. We map that path early so the corporate structure supports it.
Get Your L1A Strategy
Whether you are transferring one executive or building a United States team, our business immigration lawyer team aligns the petition with the corporate reality. Compare the E-1 treaty trader and investor visa routes, review the official rules at USCIS, then call 305.417.9866 or use our contact page.
