L-1 Visa Lawyer in Dallas

L-1 visas allow U.S. employers to transfer an executive, manager (L-1A), or specialized-knowledge employee (L-1B) from an affiliated foreign office to a related U.S. office, including to establish a new U.S. office.

Who Is the L Visas For?

Who Qualifies

The U.S. and foreign entities must have a qualifying corporate relationship (parent, subsidiary, affiliate, or branch), and the employee's role abroad and in the U.S. must match the managerial, executive, or specialized-knowledge definition. New office petitions require evidence of adequate physical premises and a viable business plan.

How to Apply

Employers file Form I-129 with supporting corporate and employment evidence; qualifying multinational companies may use a blanket L petition to streamline transfers of multiple employees.

Period of Stay & Processing

L-1A status is granted up to three years initially (one year for new offices) and can be extended to a maximum of seven years; L-1B status follows the same initial terms with a five-year maximum.

This overview is for general information only and is not legal advice. Current forms, fees, and eligibility rules should always be confirmed against official USCIS and U.S. Department of State guidance, or with one of our attorneys, before filing.

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