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L-1 Visa Immigration Services for Africans
Empirefly Law Firm offers Seamless Transition for African Executives and Managers to U.S. Companies
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Seamless Transition for African Executives and Managers to U.S. Companies
At Empirefly Law Firm, we specialize in facilitating the smooth transfer of African executives, managers, and specialized knowledge employees to U.S. companies through the L-1 Visa program. Our experienced attorneys provide comprehensive legal guidance and personalized support to ensure a successful L-1 Visa application process.
What is an L-1 Visa?
The L-1 Visa, also known as the Intracompany Transferee Visa, allows multinational companies to transfer executives, managers, and employees with specialized knowledge from their foreign offices to their U.S. offices. This visa category is crucial for businesses seeking to bring essential personnel to the United States to support their operations.
L-1 Visa Categories
L-1A: Intracompany Transferee Executive or Manager:
- For executives and managers being transferred to a U.S. office to assume a managerial or executive role.
- Initial stay of up to three years, with extensions available for up to seven years.
L-1B: Intracompany Transferee Specialized Knowledge:
- For employees with specialized knowledge being transferred to a U.S. office to provide services requiring such expertise.
- Initial stay of up to three years, with extensions available for up to five years.
Eligibility Criteria
L-1A: Intracompany Transferee Executive or Manager:
- Employment Requirement:
- Must have been employed with the foreign affiliate, parent, subsidiary, or branch of the U.S. company for at least one continuous year within the past three years.
- Position Requirement:
- Must be coming to the U.S. to work in an executive or managerial capacity.
L-1B: Intracompany Transferee Specialized Knowledge:
- Employment Requirement:
- Must have been employed with the foreign affiliate, parent, subsidiary, or branch of the U.S. company for at least one continuous year within the past three years.
- Position Requirement:
- Must be coming to the U.S. to work in a position requiring specialized knowledge.
L-1 Visa Application Process
Determine Eligibility:
- Our attorneys will evaluate your qualifications and the qualifications of the U.S. company to determine eligibility for the L-1 Visa category.
Petition Filing:
- The U.S. employer files Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), along with supporting documentation demonstrating the qualifying relationship between the U.S. and foreign entities and the employee’s qualifications.
Visa Application:
- Upon approval of Form I-129, the employee applies for the L-1 Visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate in their home country.
Consular Processing:
- Attend a visa interview at the U.S. embassy or consulate, where a consular officer will assess the eligibility for the L-1 Visa.
Visa Issuance:
- If approved, the L-1 Visa is issued, allowing the employee to travel to the United States.
Why Choose Empirefly Law Firm?
Expert Legal Guidance:
- Our attorneys have extensive experience in handling L-1 Visa cases and provide personalized advice tailored to your unique situation.
Comprehensive Support:
- We offer support at every step of the L-1 Visa application process, from determining eligibility to filing petitions and preparing for consular interviews.
Proven Success:
- Our firm has a strong track record of successfully helping African executives, managers, and specialized knowledge employees obtain L-1 Visas.
Client-Centered Approach:
- We are committed to making the L-1 Visa application process as smooth and stress-free as possible, offering compassionate and reliable support throughout your journey.
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The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows U.S. companies to employ foreign workers in specialty occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise, such as in IT, engineering, or medical fields. To be eligible, you must have a job offer from a U.S. employer for a role that requires a bachelor’s degree or higher in a specific specialty, and you must possess the necessary qualifications and education for the position.
The L-1 visa allows multinational companies to transfer executives, managers, or employees with specialized knowledge from a foreign office to a U.S. office. To qualify, you must have worked for the company abroad for at least one continuous year within the three years preceding your application, and you must be entering the U.S. to work in an executive, managerial, or specialized knowledge capacity.
To qualify for the E-2 Treaty Investor visa, you must be a citizen of a treaty country and invest a substantial amount of capital in a bona fide U.S. enterprise. While there is no fixed amount, the investment should be significant enough to ensure the successful operation of the enterprise. Typically, investments of at least $100,000 are considered substantial, though smaller investments may qualify depending on the business.
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program allows investors to obtain permanent residency in the U.S. by investing in a new commercial enterprise that creates at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers. The required investment amount is $1.8 million, or $900,000 if the investment is made in a targeted employment area (TEA), which is a rural area or an area with high unemployment.
The O-1 visa is for individuals who have extraordinary ability in their field, such as the arts, sciences, education, business, or athletics. To qualify, you must demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim and recognition in your field through evidence such as awards, publications, critical reviews, or a high salary. You must also have a U.S. employer or agent to sponsor your visa.
The TN visa allows qualified Canadian and Mexican professionals to work in the U.S. under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Benefits of the TN visa include quick processing times, no annual cap on the number of visas issued, and the ability to work in the U.S. for up to three years with the possibility of extension. To qualify, you must have a job offer in one of the approved professions listed under NAFTA and meet the specific educational and professional requirements for that profession.