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L-1Intracompany Transferee
Lets a company transfer an employee from a related foreign entity to its U.S. office — including to open a new U.S. office.
At a glance
- Who it’s for
- Managers, executives and specialized-knowledge employees of international companies.
- Who files
- Related U.S. company
- Duration
- L-1A up to 7 yrs · L-1B up to 5 yrs
- Family
- Spouse & children (L-2)
- General standard
- A qualifying relationship between the companies and at least one continuous year of employment abroad within the last three years in a qualifying role.
How we help
How Liberra supports your L-1 case
- 1
Corporate structure
Ownership and the relationship between entities are documented.
- 2
Role evidence
Duties abroad and in the U.S. are described with org charts and records.
- 3
Business plan & office
For new offices: plan, premises and funding are organized.
- 4
Petition & extensions
The petition is prepared; extension and green-card options are tracked.
Liberra prepares and organizes documentation and coordinates your case. Legal advice and representation, where needed, are provided by independent licensed attorneys under a separate engagement.
Common questions
L-1, in plain English
Often a fit for
- Owners expanding a business to the U.S.
- Multinational managers
- Teams opening a U.S. office
Can L-1A lead to a green card?+
Managers and executives may later qualify for EB-1C, which has no labor certification requirement. It depends on the facts.
Can I open a new U.S. company?+
Yes, a new-office L-1 is possible, but the initial approval is shorter and the extension requires showing real growth.
General information only. Not legal advice. Requirements change; your case is reviewed individually.
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