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How to convert B1 Visa to L1 Visa ?

Asked on Apr 01st, 2016 on Immigration - New Jersey
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Can you help me, how I can convert my B1 Visa to L1 ? I have already registered company under my name in USA. For my Business expansion & clients meetings I need to stay in USA for long term. A positive reply will be highly appreciated.
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There is a lot more involved in obtaining L-1 status than simply opening a business. The U.S. company will need to file a Form I-129 on your behalf. You and the company will need to meet several requirements including: (1) you must established you worked for the foreign company continuously for one year during the past three years; (2) you must be coming to the United States to work in an executive or managerial capacity; (3) a qualifying relationship between the companies; and (4) the companies are doing business. There are additional requirements for new offices. A change of status will be requested as part of the process of you do not wish to leave the country. You can read more about the L-1 process at http://myattorneyusa.com/overview-of-requirements-for-l1-and-l2-visas. 
Answered on Apr 01st, 2016 at 6:57 AM

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