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What is the L1/EB-1C Visa Program?

L-1 Visa

The L-1 is a non-immigrant visa for employees of multinational companies transferring to a U.S. branch, affiliate, or subsidiary. It includes two categories:

L-1A: For executives and senior managers.
L-1B: For professionals with specialized knowledge.

The L-1 visa does not require labor certification and allows companies to sponsor foreign employees for internal transfer to the U.S. Importantly, the L-1A visa serves as a common pathway to a Green Card via the EB-1C category, offering a strong foundation for long-term U.S. residency.

The L1/EB-1C Program

This immigration pathway is designed for executives and senior managers of multinational companies who wish to expand their business operations to the U.S. while gaining a clear route to permanent residency. It consists of two main stages:

L-1A Visa: Issued to qualified executives or managers from abroad transferring to a parent company, branch, or subsidiary in the U.S. This allows the individual to legally work and manage business operations.
EB-1C Green Card: After a qualifying period of operations, the U.S. business can sponsor the individual for a Green Card under the EB-1C category, which does not require labor certification (PERM) — significantly reducing processing time.

This pathway empowers entrepreneurs and business leaders to build a presence in the U.S. while expanding their global footprint.

Who is Eligible for the L1/EB-1C Program?

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Entrepreneurs & Business Owners

looking to expand their business operations into the U.S.

Executives & Senior Managers

from multinational companies with branches in the U.S.

Foreign Investors

planning long-term U.S. residency through business development.

Specialized Professionals

in niche fields, eligible for L-1B visa with potential upgrade to EB-1C.

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Program Eligibility Requirements

For the Sponsoring Company (U.S.-based company)

For the Applicant

Must have a legitimate relationship with the foreign entity (parent company, subsidiary, branch, or affiliate).
Must be actively doing business in the U.S. and at least one other country throughout the duration of the L1A visa.
If the U.S. entity is newly established, it must present a clear business plan and demonstrate the ability to sustain future operations.

Must have worked for the foreign company for at least 1 year within the past 3 years prior to applying.
Must have held an executive or managerial position, involving key decision-making, oversight of staff, or management of essential company functions.
Must be entering the U.S. to continue working in a managerial or executive capacity at a qualifying affiliate company.

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Roadmap to a U.S. Green Card (via L1/EB-1C)

01

U.S. Company Submits Form I-129 to USCIS

The U.S. sponsor files Form I-129 (Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker) to prove eligibility for the L1A visa.
If the company uses an L1 Blanket Petition, the process may be faster.

02

USCIS Reviews the Petition

Processing time: 2–6 months (or faster with Premium Processing, $2,805 fee, decision within 15 days).

03

Employee Applies for Visa & Attends Interview

Once I-129 is approved, the applicant must complete Form DS-160, pay the visa fee, and schedule an interview at the U.S. Consulate.
Required documents at the interview: passport, Form I-797 approval notice, employment proof, company financials, etc.

04

Receive Visa and Enter the U.S.

Once approved, the visa will be stamped in the passport, allowing the applicant to enter the U.S. and begin employment.

05

U.S. Company Files Form I-140 (Petition for Alien Worker)

The employer files Form I-140 on behalf of the employee to begin the EB-1C Green Card process.

06

File Form I-485 or DS-260

After I-140 approval, the employee may file Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status) if they are in the U.S., or Form DS-260 through the U.S. consulate abroad to apply for an EB-1C immigrant visa.

07

Receive Your Green Card and Become a U.S. Permanent Resident