L-1A New Office Petition

Introduction to L-1A New Office Petition

Expanding a business into the United States can be an exciting and profitable venture. However, it often involves navigating complex immigration processes, such as the L-1A New Office Petition. Let us discuss what an L1A New Office Petition is, its benefits, the filing procedure, and how we, the Law Office of Thomas V Allen can assist in achieving the best results.

What is an L-1A New Office Petition?

An L1A New Office Petition enables multinational companies to transfer a managerial or executive employee to establish a new office in the U.S. This visa category is intended for companies that wish to expand their operation by opening a new office in the U.S. 

Benefits of an L1A New Office Petition:

• The New Office L-1A allows foreign companies to expand their operations into the United States, tapping into the U.S. market and business opportunities. This can lead to potential business growth and increased revenue.
• The L-1A visa is initially granted for one year but can be extended for up to a maximum of seven years. This provides the U.S. employer with the opportunity to retain a valuable executive or manager for an extended period. And it facilitates business stability and growth.
• The L-1A visa can serve as a stepping stone to permanent residency (a green card) in the United States through the employment-based immigration category (EB-1C). This is designed for multinational managers and executives. EB-1C has less waiting time for visa availability compared to other employment-based immigrant categories and no investment is required. 
• L-1A visa holders can have dual intent, meaning they can pursue permanent residency in the U.S. while in L-1A status without jeopardizing their visa status.
• The spouse and unmarried children under 21 of L-1A visa holders can accompany them to the U.S. on L-2 visas. This may also allow the spouse to work in the U.S. and children to attend the schools.

Key points about an L1A New Office Petition:

• The new office must be a subsidiary, affiliate, or branch of the company located outside the U.S.
• The new office must be a new or start-up. This means it cannot have been operating for an extended period before the petition is filed.
• You must secure a physical office space to house the new office.
• Within one year of petition approval, the company must demonstrate its intention to support an executive or managerial position. 

How the Law Office of Thomas V Allen Can Help:

• We understand the specific requirements and nuances of the L-1A New Office category and can provide accurate, up-to-date guidance.
• We can assess the unique circumstances of your business and the transferring employee and develop a tailored strategy to ensure a successful petition.
• We can help compile and organize the required evidence, ensuring that the petition is complete and well-documented.
• If any issues or challenges arise during the L-1A New Office petition process, we can provide legal guidance and advice. We help you overcome obstacles and respond to requests for additional evidence or inquiries from USCIS.
• We can also provide insight into long-term immigration strategies. This includes potential paths to permanent residency for the transferred employee and other immigration matters related to your business.

In conclusion, the L-1A New Office Petition is a valuable tool for businesses seeking to expand into the U.S. With the help of the Law Office of Thomas V Allen, you can navigate the process with confidence. With us, there is an increasing likelihood of a successful expansion into one of the world’s largest and most lucrative markets. Schedule an appointment with us.