01L-1A Visa
L1 Visa Refusal – Incomplete Organizational Structure Proof
If your L1 visa was refused because you didn’t provide enough evidence of your company’s organizational structure, you’re not alone. One of the most commonly cited reasons…
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L1 221(g) Administrative Processing – What You Need to Know
If you’ve been told your L-1 visa is in 221(g) administrative processing, you’re not alone and you’re likely searching for answers. Each year, thousands of L-1 applicants…
03L-1A Visa
Overcoming L1 Visa Cancellations: Strategies and Solutions
L1 visa cancellations can disrupt careers and business operations, especially for multinational employees transferring to the United States. Common reasons for L1 visa cancellations include failing to…
04H-1B Visa
From L1B Visa to H1B Visa
I am currently on L1B visa and it expires in September 2012. I want to apply for H1B visa. Updated answer (October 31, 2026). An L-1B worker…
05L-1A Visa
L1 Visa Application Where the US Office is Unprofitable
I work for a company that has an office in Chicago — our main office is in Athens. They want to transfer me to our Chicago office…
06B-1 Visa
Company Relationship Requirements for the L1 Visa
I have a B1 visa right now and I am in negotiations to purchase a US company. I have a company in Brazil that is looking to expand…
07L-1A Visa
L-1B Visa
My company wants to transfer me to the US. My job title is software engineer. I read on your website that I can get L1 visa to transfer but…
08California Service Center
Conversion from L-1B Visa to L-1A Visa
The California Service Center (CSC) has indicated a greater willingness to allow conversions from L-1B visa status to L-1A visa status recently. Many L-1B visa holders would…