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US employers seeking to transfer their essential overseas Filipino employees can do so with the L1 visa.
This visa serves the primary purpose of facilitating the transfer of staff to a US business, whether it’s an existing or newly established one.
There’s also an option to move staff under the “new-office L1 visa rule”, applicable to those setting up their business.
As a legitimate employee transfer policy widely used by many business owners, the L1 Visa for International Company Employees provides specific benefits to the visa holders and their immediate family members:
Before availing of this grant, employers should be aware that there are two types of L1 visas:
The L1A Non-immigrant Visa for Executive and Managerial Staff
The L1B Non-immigrant Visa for Specialized Knowledge Employees
L1A VISA FOR MANAGERS AND EXECUTIVES
The L1A Non-immigrant Visa for Executive and Managerial Staff is initially valid for up to three years if the US firm has been in operation for at least one year. Subsequently, it can be renewed in two-year increments up to a maximum of seven years.
If the US business has not been in operation for at least one year, employers can opt for a New Office L1A Manager Visa / L1A Executive Visa application, which grants an initial validity of just one year.
After seven years, the L1A holder must return to the Philippines or transfer to another visa.
Those seeking permanent residency can explore the EB1C visa, which requires managers or executives to have worked in the Philippines for at least three years prior to entering the United States using the L1A.
Documentation of clear managerial responsibilities with significant authority in the company is essential for L1A visa holders to receive benefits.
L1B VISA FOR SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE WORKERS
The L1B Visa for Highly Skilled Workers is reserved for specialized knowledge workers, and its interpretation can vary considerably. Seeking assistance from a highly experienced immigration attorney is crucial to determine eligibility for the L1B status.
Initially, the L1B visa is valid for three years, unless the US office has been in operation for less than one year, in which case the initial validity is one year.
Renewals are possible in two-year increments up to a maximum of five years. To apply for a green card, L1B visa holders must build a case for either an EB2 visa (advanced degree) or an EB3 visa (highly skilled worker).
Filipinos looking to expand their business from the Philippines into the US can qualify for the L1 Work Visa for Executive Personnel.
Similarly, multinational companies seeking to develop a new market in the US can utilize the L1 visa.
WHY MAKE DAVIES & ASSOCIATES YOUR L-1 VISA APPLICATION LEGAL PARTNER
For a smooth and effective process, Davies & Associates will be your reliable legal partner for L1 Visa for International Managers and Executives applications.
Our Tagalog-speaking staff are ready to assist you with every stage of the process, from filing the visa application to setting up the US company and providing advice on US taxes.
Let Davies & Associates expedite the process for you. Get in touch with us to explore the possibilities!
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