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Hi, I am from India & looking for L1 visa, to start a new startup in California. A technology based startup. So I would love to have someone who can take me through this process successfully. Or is there any other way where I can start a business with my friend who is holding H1B visa?
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Obtaining an L-1 visa is not a simple process. It requires meeting a lot of criteria. The process is even more difficult when establishing a new office. Your friend could only be a passive investor in the startup as he is restricted to working only for the H-1B petitioner. He could engage in no work for the company regardless of whether he is compensated. You can read more about L-1 visas at http://myattorneyusa.com/overview-of-requirements-for-l1-and-l2-visas.
Answered on Apr 20th, 2016 at 4:01 PM