L-1A Executive / Manager Visa
Premier global mobility — no lottery, no cap, up to seven years, and a fast track to the EB-1C green card.
Overview
The L-1A allows multinational companies to transfer executives and managers from a qualifying foreign affiliate. No cap, no lottery — the most reliable path for global mobility. L-1A holders can stay up to seven years and pursue the EB-1C green card without PERM.
We prove executive or managerial capacity — including functional management of an essential function — and for startups we prepare New Office L-1 petitions with business plans that justify the role from day one.
Who May Qualify
- One continuous year of qualifying employment with the foreign company in the prior three years
- A qualifying corporate relationship: parent, subsidiary, affiliate, or branch
- A genuine executive or managerial U.S. role (functional management included)
- Both entities actively doing business throughout the visa period
How We Help
- Individual L-1A petitions (3-year initial) and New Office L-1s (1-year initial)
- Org charts, duty breakdowns, and staffing evidence proving managerial/executive capacity
- New Office business plans and EB-1C sequencing
- L-2S work authorization for spouses (incident to status)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my spouse work?
Yes — L-2S spouses are work-authorized incident to status; no separate EAD needed.
Does L-1A lead to a green card?
Yes. L-1A maps directly to EB-1C multinational manager — no PERM required.
What is a functional manager?
A leader who manages an essential business function rather than a large team — approvable when documented correctly.
This page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed by viewing this page. Immigration law is complex and fact-specific — please consult a qualified immigration attorney about your individual situation.