Zafco TeamDecember 19, 20258 min readUSA Immigration
L-1 visa allows intracompany transfers to US branches.
L-1 Visa Types
L-1A (Managers/Executives)
- 7 years maximum
- Green Card eligible (EB-1C)
- Faster processing
L-1B (Specialized Knowledge)
- 5 years maximum
- Technical expertise
- Company-specific knowledge
Requirements
- 1 year with company abroad
- US entity (parent/subsidiary/affiliate)
- Qualifying position
- Continued employment
Benefits
- No lottery
- Spouse can work (L-2)
- Green Card pathway
- Blanket petition option
L-1A to EB-1C Green Card
Managers/executives can:
- Skip PERM process
- No labor certification
- Faster Green Card (1-2 years)
Processing Times
| Type | Premium | Regular | |------|---------|---------| | Individual | 15 days | 3-6 months | | Blanket | 15 days | 2-4 months |
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